the pale celadon stone worked as a fish with an upturned tail, pierced through vertically with an aperture

There are small bruises and tiny nicks to the edges, the most visible a shallow chip measuring 0.8 cm to the fish's fin. The carving has been pierced for suspension.
"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.
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倫敦蘇富比1974年7月1日曾售一例，尺寸與此相近，編號153；另見兩類例，為 Lizzadro 舊藏，後均售於紐約佳士得，其一售於2013年3月21日，編號832；其二售於2013年9月19日，編號1177；第四類例，售於倫敦佳士得南肯辛頓1992年3月10日，編號241。