Asian Art Auction

June 09, 2014

LOT 174

Lot 174

Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty

Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty
Lot 174 Details
Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty

Carved in the round with the bird turning its head and holding a sprig of prunus in its beak, with dark brown inclusions throughout
width 3.3" — 8.5 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $552
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty
  • Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty
  • Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty
  • Mottled White Jade ‘Magpie and Prunus’ Group, Late Qing Dynasty
Provenance:

Chinese Jade Carvings from a Malaysian Chinese Collection (Lots 168-176)
Acquired from the 1950’s to 1980’s.
 

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 174
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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