- 3684
A CELADON JADE RUYI SCEPTRE QING DYNASTY, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- jade
- 40.7 cm, 16 in.
the ruyi-shaped terminal surmounted by a bat deftly worked in high relief with its wings outstretched, above a beribboned musical chime (qing) suspending a double lozenge atop a pair of entwined catfish, the curved shaft inscribed with four seal characters reading Jixiang ruyi ('auspicious as you wish'), its pointed end decorated with a bat grasping a spray of nandina berries, the concave reverse with clusters of scrolling clouds, the stone of an even pale celadon tone
Condition
The sceptre is in overall good condtion. There are typical minute flakes to the fragile extremities, with tiny sections possibly lightly polished.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."