A celadon jade and hardstone mounted mirror, the jade Qing dynasty, 19th century
Estimate $800 – $1,000
the oval mirror within a white metal frame inlaid on the reverse with a central jade plaque carved in relief with a dragon among foliate scrolls, within a frieze of ribboned emblems in relief alternating with hardstone cabuchons, the handle mounted with a jade 'dragon' belthook
23 cm long
- Lot Sold $1,600 (Hammer Price)
- $1,952 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
A small chip on the outer edge and related fine hairline crack/fissure from the edge approx 3 cm. Othwerwise 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 BallardSenior Specialist 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 |
