- 1541
A PALE CELADON JADE FANGHU-FORM VASE QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Height 3 7/8 in., 25.1 cm
of quadrangular section with S-curved sides supported on a spreading rectangular foot, at the waisted neck a pair of elephant head-form handles suspending loose rings, the stone a pale sea-green color
Provenance
Charlotte Horstmann & Gerald Godfrey, Ltd., Hong Kong, 1st November 1993.
Condition
In overall good condition. One of the exterior corners of the mouth with a slight polish. Two corners of the foot with very minute abrasions. A few scattered small opaque white inclusions, including to the front of the foot. The stone is of an even color with translucent veins, a bit more green than in the printed image.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.