A celadon jade and hardstone mounted mirror, the jade Qing dynasty, 19th century
Estimate $2,500 – $3,500
the circular mirror within a white metal frame inlaid on the reverse with a central jade plaque carved in pierced relief with auspicious symbols within a row of different coloured cabuchons alternating with shou characters in relief, the handle enamelled with bats and clouds and mounted with a jade 'dragon' belthook
25.5 cm long
- Lot Sold $5,000 (Hammer Price)
- $6,100 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
The silver and enamel on the reverse would benefit from a gentle clean, some small losses to the enamel decoration. Otherwise generally good condition.
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
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Brett BallardSpecialist Australian & International ArtSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Brett Ballard |
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Fiona HaywardSenior Specialist Australian & International Art |
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Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
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Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
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Geoffrey SmithChairman Australian & International Art |
