Lot 22
  • 22

A PALE CELADON JADE 'PRUNUS' WASHER 17TH/18TH CENTURY |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 17.8 cm, 7 in.
the rounded sides rising from five feet to an everted rim, deftly carved in relief to the interior and exterior with blossoming gnarled prunus branches, below a keyfret border at the rim, the stone of an even pale celadon tone highlighted with russet veins, wood stand

Condition

the foot are very slightly reduced, some very minute nicks to extremities. With a later wood stand. The colour of the washer is slightly brighter than illustrated.
"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."