- 124
新石器時代 良渚文化 玉璧
估價
15,000 - 20,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- jade
with small central aperture drill from both sides, the two sides polished to a smooth surface, variegated stone of pale green and light brown color, the edge slightly irregular
來源
購於倫敦,1980年
Condition
Compared to the catalogue image, the jade is more green. The jade has been broken in half and reattached. There are two polished chips to the outer edge.
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.
拍品資料及來源
Compare a very similar bi in the Sir Joseph Hotung collection, discussed and illustrated in Jessica Rawson, Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, p. 136, cat. no. 4:6.