ID 718700
Lot 1263 | A PALE GREENISH-WHITE JADE FLATTENED BALUSTER VASE AND COVER
Estimate value
$ 10 000 – 15 000
The vase is carved on one narrow side with a pheasant perched at the base of a toy camellia plant while another pheasant perches on the knob of the corner. The neck is flanked by two beast-head handles suspending loose rings and the stone is of an even pale greenish-white tone.
9 3⁄4 in. (23.7 cm.) high, hardwood stand
Provenance
Acquired prior to 1980 and thence by descent within the family.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Address of auction |
CHRISTIE'S 8 King Street, St. James's SW1Y 6QT London United Kingdom | |
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