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A PAIR OF JADE 'DRAGON' PENDANTS, HUANG WARRING STATES PERIOD/HAN DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
- 13.2 cm, 5 1/4 in.
each of arched dragon form, the head carved and incised with a squared snout and curled horn, the body covered on both sides with the hexagonal 'rush-mat' pattern, the stone of a celadon colour with russet inclusions
Provenance
Collection of Ching Wah Lee, 1970s.
Collection of M. E. McPherson (according to label).
Christie's New York, 26th March 2010, lot 1261.
Collection of M. E. McPherson (according to label).
Christie's New York, 26th March 2010, lot 1261.
Condition
The pair of pendants are in overall good condition, with the exception of the end of both tails which have been lost and polished, there are also minor nibbles to the extremities and slight surface scratches, consistent with age.
"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."