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A PALE CELADON JADE CARVING OF TWO CATS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
- 4.5 cm, 1 3/4 in.
modelled in the form of two cats curled facing the tail of the other, the larger cat with its paws overlapped on the left leg of the smaller one which is playfully nuzzling its companion's left rear, the stone of a pale celadon with whitish inclusions
Provenance
H.R.H. The Princess Mary, Princess Royal, Countess of Harewood (1897-1965) and thence by descent at Harewood House, Yorkshire.
Christie's London, 5th December 2012, lot 617 (part lot).
Christie's London, 5th December 2012, lot 617 (part lot).
Condition
The carving is in very 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."
"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."