PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE LATE GERARD ARNHOLD (1918-2010)
A GREENISH-WHITE AND RUSSET JADE 'LYCHEE' PENDANT
18TH CENTURY
Important information about this lot
Price Realised GBP 1,625
Estimate
GBP 1,000 - GBP 2,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
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Condition report
A Christie's specialist may contact you to discuss this lot or to notify you if the condition changes prior to the sale.
The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture. - There is one small section to the top of the larger lychee which might be slightly polished and re-carved. - There are some traces of pigments to the surface, possibly to highlight the russet inclusions. - The stone has some natural fissures and vines. - There are some general surface wear and minute nicks to the extremities.