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A CELADON JADE 'LION AND CUB' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
- 8.5 cm, 3 1/4 in.
carved recumbent, the head turned sharply back over the curved body, to her side two cubs play with a ribbon-tied ball, the stone of pale celadon tone with traces of a russet skin, wood stand
Provenance
Purchased in Hong Kong in 1997.
Condition
This lion and cub group is in good condition, but does have a shallow chip to the base near to the underside of the hind feet of the cub to the reverse (7mm by 5mm). There is an area of abrasion (1.5cm by 3mm) to the centre of the underside of the base.
"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."