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A JADE 'DRAGON' PENDANT, EASTERN ZHOU DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
- 7.2 cm, 2 7/8 in.
of flattened S-shape depicting a sinuous dragon with its tail upturned, the body pierced with a small aperture at the bottom, the stone of a greyish celadon tone with calcified milky inclusions
Provenance
Collection of Mu Fei (by repute).
Condition
In general good condition, with the exception of one section of the tail which has broken off. The calcified surface has some encrustations. There are minor nicks and rubbing to the extremities, 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."
Catalogue Note
Compare jade pendants of related dragon design, in the National Palace Museum, Taipei, illustrated in Illustrated Catalogue of Ancient Jade Artifacts in the National Palace Museum, Taipei, 1988, pls 122 and 123.