清十九世紀 青白玉太平有象擺件 及 碧玉海棠式盒 配青玉蓋

the elephant standing foursquare, caparisoned with a large saddle cloth detailed with a large sun among waves and further bats and chilong, supporting a vase incised with flowers and the yin yang symbol, wood stand; the spinach-green quatrefoil box set with of a pale celadon jade cover, intricately carved with a basket containing the 'Three Friends of Winter'

The elephant is in good overall condition, except for some typical occasional nibbling or minor nicks along the edges. The interior is likely to be hollowed; the vase forming a stopper which is now glued to the interior of the well to prevent it from falling. There are some natural pale brown veins in the stone as visible on the photo. The back feet may be polished towards the rear. The box and cover are in good overall condition. There is a minor nick as well as light nibbling to the rim of the box and further occasional nibbling to the rim the cover. The actual colour of the stones are somewhat warmer and more tinged with celadon compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."