Lot 1645
- 1645
JADEITE 'GUAN YIN' AND DIAMOND PENDANT
Estimate
150,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Guan Yin and beads approximately 71.98 x 26.97 x 12.85mm and 3.40 to 4.40mm respectively.
The jadeite of apple green colour with splashes of light emerald green, carved as a Guan Yin, embellished by a mandorla ring bordered with brilliant-cut diamonds, surmounted by an oval ruby and an emerald green heartshaped jadeite cabochon set within brilliant-cut diamonds; accompanied by a necklace composed of icy jadeites interspersed by red jadeite beads, length approximately 650 and 800mm; mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite "Guanyin" is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite has very good translucency, of very soft apple green colour. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, but not noticeable in normal lighting and not seen when worn. Heart-shaped jadeite cabochon in the surmount is translucent, bright emerald green colour. The icy jadeite beads on necklace are highly translucent, of matching, light celadon tone. Red jadeite beads are translucent, strong brownish red colour. Diamonds are about G to H colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Good craftsmanship, the jadeite "Guanyin" has serene face, with karat white gold mount, overall in very good condition.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ14428, dated 29 July 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".