- 3687
A CARVED AGATE WASHER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- agate
- 13.8 cm, 5 3/8 in.
the near hemispherical vessel carved in the form of a curved lotus leaf, the rounded sides rising to a lobed rim gently curving inward on one side, decorated in low relief on the exterior with a pair of flying bats suspending a twisted rope strung with five cash coins, the translucent stone of attractive variegated tones of pale lavender-blue suffusing with vermillion-red patches and milky-white mottling
Provenance
An American private collection.
Condition
The washer is in overall good condition with tiny bruises and flakes. Small sections of the rim have possibly been lightly polished to conceal earlier nicks.
"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."