Lot 1831
- 1831
A PALE CELADON JADE 'CHILONG' BELTHOOK QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- nephrite
- Length 4 1/4 in., 10.8 cm
carved with a dragon-head terminal facing an undercut chilong on the arched stem, a flat circular knob on the underside, the stone of an even color, wood stand (2)
Provenance
New York Private Collection.
Sotheby's New York, 15th September 2010, lot 211.
Sotheby's New York, 15th September 2010, lot 211.
Condition
The belthook is in overall good condition with only a small chip to one ear, scattered minute nicks, and a very fine fissure to the knob.
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.