- 509
TWO GLASS CICADAS, HAN DYNASTY
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Jade
- 4.7 cm, 1 7/8 in.
modelled in the form of a stylised cicada, the glass calcified to an ivory tone
Provenance
Collection of Louise Hawley Stone, col. no. 62a-b.
Condition
The one illustrated to the left with a chip to the tip running down the pendent (approx. 0.4 x 1 cm), the other in overall good condition. Both with expected extensive calcified surface.
"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
A closely related glass cicada, from the Carl Kempe collection, was included in the exhibition Mostra d'Arte Cinese/ Exhibition of Chinese Art, Venice, 1954, cat. no. 242.