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Lot 1806
  • 1806

Pair of Carved Jadeite Plaques

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description

  • jadeite, gold
  • The plaques approximately 45.21 x 24.40 x 4.85mm and 41.72 x 25.55 x 5.57mm respectively.
The first openwork jadeite plaque of translucent emerald green colour, carved with floral motif, completed by a karat yellow gold pendant loop; the second translucent jadeite plaque of emerald green colour, carved with lotus flowers.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, both jadeite plaque are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, both jadeite plaques are translucent. One of medium emerald green colour, suffused with white clouds to the upper halve, not noticeable when worn; the other of more even tone of medium green colour, with patches of white cloud on one side, not seen to the front. Condition: Both in very good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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 certificates numbered SJ 98992 and SJ 98993, dated 31 July 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".