Beschreibung:

A celadon and russet jade cicada,Han dynasty漢 玉蟬
modelled in the form of a stylised cicada with convex sides, finely incised with concise strokes denoting the eyes, folded wings and ribbed abdomen, perforated with two small apertures to the top edge
6.4 by 3.1 cmCondition reportThe cicada is in good overall condition with minimal nibbling.
整體品相良好，有微磕。
"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 statement made by Sotheby'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."ProvenanceR.H. Ellsworth Ltd, New York, 20th August 1986.
安思遠，紐約，1986年8月20日LiteratureJessica Rawson, Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, pl. 24:8.
羅森，《Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing》，倫敦，1995年，圖版24:8ExhibitedBritish Museum, London, on loan, 1995.
大英博物館，倫敦，借展，1995年