Lot 215
  • 215

FOUR JADE LIONS

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade and wood
  • The largest: 9.5 cm, 3 3/4 in.
comprising: a brown jade lion and cub group, wood stand; a pale celadon recumbent lion, wood stand and fitted box; a small celadon and russet recumbent lion; and a recumbent creamy-white jade lion grasping a lingzhi root in its jaws, wood stand

Provenance

Purchased in Hong Kong and Singapore between 1979 and 1997.

Condition

Lion and cub group - There is a small crack/flaw running through right hand side of the tail, but otherwise good condition. Pale celadon lion: Good condition, with flaws running through the stone. Russet lion: Good condition, with flaws running through the stone. White jade lion: Good condition.
"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."