(lot of 5) Chinese carved green hardstone figures and vessels, possibly jade and other hardstone, all on wood base, including: (1) covered vase with carved lotus, bird, and koi (1) catfish-form vase with crawfish and lotus (1) phoenix perched on rock-form (1) lady pouring pot of water with carved goldfish, russet inclusions (1) robed court lady on auspicious clouds, largest: approx 8.5"h, 6.25"w, 2 7/8"d (inclusive of base), smallest: 6.75"d, 4"w, 2"d (inclusive of base); 5.3lbs total **Provenance: From the estate of Leslie and Angelyn Smith, Austin, Texas** **PLEASE NOTE: All of the hardstone figures in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have small chips, and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.** Start Price: $100.00

01.09.24: In my opinion regarding LOT 185: I note that all carvings are presently intact and display inherent natural inclusions and variations throughout the hardstone, the phoenix displays minute chips to the tips of feathers at the neck; the fish vase also has a couple minute chips to the tips of crawfish claws and vegetation; the female deity has one minute chip to the bottom edge of drapery; and the carved vase has a single minute chip to the end of the crane’s beak

Click here for natural light images.

Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding the age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.