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A CELADON AND RUSSET JADE 'DUCK AND LOTUS' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- jade
- 11.5 cm, 4 1/2 in.
carved as a recumbant Mandarin duck, its head turned sharply to the side and grasping a lotus spray in its beak, its finely detailed wings tucked behind, resting on a large lotus leaf, the mottled stone of a russet and celadon tone accentuated with dark speckles
Provenance
Collection of C. Philip Cardeiro, California.
Exhibited
The Property of Mr Philip Cardeiro, Knapton Rasti Asian Art, London, 2009. cat. no. 45.
Condition
This carving is in overall good condition, with the exception of a tiny nick to the tip of the lotus petals, there are also minute nicks to the extremities. The base has some small bruises to the stone.
"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."