The eighteen translucent jadeite of deep celadon tone, meticulously carved as The Eighteen Arhats, Luohans, each depicting a unique character.

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Testing Certificates, the carved jadeite "immortal" are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, these jadeite carvings are translucency, of medium soft green colour, with white clouds upon close look. Condition: This group of carved jadeite "Eighteen Arhats" is traditional Chinese immortals, giving protection to people, with an impressive wooden stand, 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.
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Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 88583, KJ 88585 - KJ 88587, dated 17 December 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade". Also accompanied by a wooden stand.

The Eighteen Arhats

‘Arhats’ or ‘luohans’ are known as the original disciples of Buddha, who had reached a stℱate where reincarnation is no longer neccesary. Their statues are commonly found in most Chinese Buddist temples. Chinese folklore told a story of eighteen robbers, whose repentance eventually guided their way to becoming saints. Some also believed that there were ori༺ginally only sixteen arhats, but since ‘nine’ is a symbol of ‘infinity’ in Chinese culture and that ‘eighteen’ is a multiple of nine, thus there are in total eighteen arhats with their respective characters and stories.