Lot 310
- 310
A PALE CELADON JADE CARVING OF A FISH QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Length 2 1/8 in., 5.4 cm
carved from a pebble, the plump fish laying atop a lotus leaf while nibbling the blossom, a further blossom rising to one side of its gently sloping tail, the smooth stone a faint celadon color with small russet inclusions
Provenance
Collection of Edward D. King (1884-1968), New York, and thence by descent.
Condition
The carving with a shallow flake chip to the tip of a leaf and possibly a polished down chip to the outer tip of the tail. The surface with minor expected wear and minute nicks
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.
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.
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.