Lot 70
- 70
A WHITE JADE 'SCHOLAR'S' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- 11.5 cm, 4 1/2 in.
finely carved and pierced with a scholar leaning on the bough of a prunus tree issuing from rockwork, accompanied by a small boy, the stone of very pale celadon-white tone
Provenance
Collection of the Marquis de Ganay, France.
Christie's New York, 18th September 2015, lot 2412.
Christie's New York, 18th September 2015, lot 2412.
Condition
Apart from some very minute nicks to extremities, this is in overall good condition. The colour of the jade is slightly darker than illustrated.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."