西漢 碧玉榖紋璧

le jade sculpté en forme de disque avec une petite ouverture circulaire centrale bordée d'un motif de cordelette, les larges bords rythmés de cercles concentriques délimitant les registres de décoration, les deux faces sculptées en bas-relief d'une bande de picots soulignés de spirales, les bords extérieurs soulignés d'une bande de masques d'animaux archaïsants aux cornes entremêlées, la pierre d'une teinte vert foncé avec des taches brunes

The disc is in overall good condition. There are natural veins and fissures running through the stone. There is some fritting to the edges. The colour of the stone is of a lighter tone than e catalogue illustration suggest.
"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."