Lot 1827
- 1827
AN ARCHAISTIC YELLOW JADE BANGLE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jade
- Diameter 3 3/8 in., 8.6 cm
well carved from a single section with three intertwining circles, each slender strand comprised of a pair of dragons, the pale yellow stone with russet inclusions
Provenance
Collection of Walter F. Price (b. 1858) San Francisco, acquired from Vickery, Atkins, and Torrey, San Francisco, in the 1920s-30s.
Condition
The surface is slightly irregular in texture from manufacture and wear, and the definition of the carved details has softened slightly from wear.
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.