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Asian Art Auction, Session 2

June 06, 2011

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LOT 439

Lot 439

White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century

White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
Lot 439 Details
White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century

Of a rounded rectangular form, both sides carved with prunus and bamboo, with an inscription incised along the base of one side
height 2.2" — 5.7 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $2,706
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
  • White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
  • White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
  • White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
  • White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
  • White Jade Inscribed Magpie, Bamboo and Prunus Pendant, Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th Century
Provenance:

Lots 431 to 451- A Collection of Ming and Qing Dynasty Jade Carvings from an Important Montreal Private Collection. Most of the pieces acquired during the 1970's and 1980's from the UK

Note:

Magpies presented as a pair symbolize marriage, and when they appear before spring, are believed to be a sign of good fortune to those who withstood a cold winter

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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