comprising one white jade seal of rectangular section surmounted by a pierced qilin, with a five-character clerical script inscription reading Xue Jingzhi; a square-section seal of celadon and russet jade surmounted by a pierced mythical beast, with a three-character inscription reading Sima zhang (seal of Sima); a square-section seal of celadon and russet jade surmounted by a coiled serpent with a four-character inscription reading Qi duan yin feng, pierced; a brown soapstone square-section seal surmounted by two mythical beasts, not inscribed (4)

Acquired in San Francisco in the 1950s-1960s, and thence by descent.

Each seal in mostly good condition with minor expected wear the surface and occasional minute nicks. The white jade seal with an old label: "Kang hsi". The celadon and russet jade seal with a mythical beast with an old label: "Ming 1368-1644 AD".
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.
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