PROPERTY SOLD FOR THE BENEFIT OF A NEW YORK FOUNDATION
A PAIR OF DARK GREEN JADE PEAR-FORM VASES
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A PAIR OF DARK GREEN JADE PEAR-FORM VASES
QIANLONG
Each carved in low linear relief with a broad band of interlocking dragon scroll motifs within narrow borders, below a band of dragon- flanked taotie masks on the neck interrupted by a pair of monster mask and loose ring handles, with a border of trefoil leaves pendent from the mouth rim and another rising from above the flared, pedestal foot, the stone densely mottled and of dark moss green color, each with one repaired ring, one with restoration to foot--9 3/8 in. (23.9cm.), gilt-metal covers pierced with a cash design, wood stands (2)
QIANLONG
Each carved in low linear relief with a broad band of interlocking dragon scroll motifs within narrow borders, below a band of dragon- flanked taotie masks on the neck interrupted by a pair of monster mask and loose ring handles, with a border of trefoil leaves pendent from the mouth rim and another rising from above the flared, pedestal foot, the stone densely mottled and of dark moss green color, each with one repaired ring, one with restoration to foot--9 3/8 in. (23.9cm.), gilt-metal covers pierced with a cash design, wood stands (2)
Further details
Christie's is selling this lot as agent for an organization holding a State of New York Exempt Organization Certificate. Accordingly, no sales tax is due on the purchase price of this lot if the property is picked up or delivered in the State of New York. However, a compensating use tax is due from the buyer if any such lot is shipped to New Jersey or Connecticut or any of the following states where Christie's maintains offices: California, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas and Washington, D. C.