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A JADE NOTCHED AXE, QI SHANG DYNASTY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
- 8.9 cm, 3 1/2 in.
the slightly curved blade with irregularly notched flanges on both sides, pierced with a small aperture at one end, the opaque calcified stone of a light brown colour
Provenance
collects
ion of Sir H. Ingram, no. x474.
Sotheby's London, 16th May 2007, lot 210 (part lot).
Sotheby's London, 16th May 2007, lot 210 (part lot).
Condition
This jade axe is in general good condition with the exception of some shallow flakes at the top edge (approx. 2.5x1cm) and at one side of the notched flanges (approx. 1x1 cm), and a small bruise at one corner, consistent with age and usage. There are some nibbles to the extremities particular to the edge of the blade.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes 's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
A similar jade notched axe is preserved in the Shanghai Museum, Shanghai, illustrated in Shanghai bowuguan. Zhongugo gudai yuqi guan/Shanghai Museum Ancient Jade Gallery, Shanghai, 1996, p. 14.