Auction Date:2012 Nov 10 @ 13:00 (UTC-5 : EST/CDT)
Location:1034 Gateway Blvd., Suite 106, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33426, United States
The majority of property offered at Elite Decorative Arts comes directly from estates and private collections, and may show signs of use and age. We encourage you to thoroughly examine the property before bidding. If you cannot personally inspect a lot, you may request a Condition Report prior to bidding. Condition Reports are subject to our Conditions of Sale. They are supplied free of charge by our specialists and may be requested through our Sales Department at 800-991-3340. You will be asked to provide us with your name, the date of sale, lot number and your fax number.
This lidded imperial vessel is the largest known to exist worldwide, private estate held. The gorgeous vessel was used as a main service piece to the powerful emperor of the Western Han Dynasty. It shows exquisite chicken bone degradation across the top of the squash form handle, the Chih Lung Dragons and areas around the bottom Tao Tei legs, which comes from the highest tier level burial within the emperor’s tomb, for a minimum 1000-2000 years. Also shows gorgeous crystallization area and white velvety degradation throughout its beautiful patterns of the main frame carved Chu style Feng Huangs, often referred to as the red bird of the south, or phoenix. The basic form of the lid emulates the body with the four lobes. As mentioned, it has the classic Chih Lung dragons form as its handles, with the rounded full bodies and short curly tails, particular to the Warring States and Han Period vessels. The basic form of the lid also emulates the body with the four lobes, with inward side slopes to a flat top, leading to the top pedestal, with its squash form handle. This rare vessel stands 11" (27.9cm) top to bottom with lid. It measures 11 1/2" (29.2cm) end to end and 5" (12.7cm) side to side depth. Total jade weight: 5,913 grams. Provenance: W.Y.T. (Tsao) family 1951-1969, California, descendants of W.Y.T. family to H.M. Family 1969-1997. H.M. Family to W.T.Y. (1997-2003). WTY to FMC (2003-2012). Transfer documents in 2012 to Mammoth Museum of Jade & Archaeological Treasures, with a list of exhibit displays for many years past, which includes an invitation only, blue ribbon display (documented with photos), at the world known Ancient Gem & Mineral Show, in which it was displayed in a showing beside of other notable displays from the Smithsonian & The American Natural History Museum. A fabulous, once in many lifetimes opportunity piece, includes Authentication and Appraisal by Dr. Carl Vincent and jade expert Tonya Vincent, October 10, 2012. Conservative appraisal value of 3.7 to 4.2 million dollars. Includes appraisal and authentication by Timothy Jones, Ph.D. IAA stating value of 6 to 10 million dollars at a U.S. auction comparison and much higher in an auction located within China.
Auction Location:
1034 Gateway Blvd., Suite 106, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33426, United States
Previewing Details:
Friday, November 9th from 11am to 5pm and Saturday 11am-1pm.
Sales Tax is 6%. If a buyer has a purchase shipped out of Florida via a licensed shipper, applicable sales tax will not be assessed. Local (Florida) dealers must submit a copy of their Resale Tax Exempt certificate on or before the date of the auction in order to be exempt from sales tax.
Taxes:
| Tax | Rate | Desc. |
| FL |
6% |
Florida Tax |
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
18% |
Additional Fees:
Shipping Details:
Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. In the interest of our clients, Elite Decorative Arts requires a written authorization from the buyer in order to release property if anyone other than the person on the invoice will be picking up the purchased lot. Suggested Shippers: Eagle Shipping Center, 561-932-0700, ryan@eagleshippingcenter.com -OR- UPS Store, 561-752-4250, store5806@theupsstore.com Elite Decorative Arts takes no responsibility for any acts or omissions of any of these vendors. Elite Decorative Arts will not be liable in any way once items have left our premises. We suggest purchasing insurance for the full value of your item.
Eagle Pack & Ship
Contact: Ryan Robertson
Tel: 561-932-0700
Fax: 561-932-0701
ryan@eagleshippingcenter.com
The UPS Store
Contact: Linda Dezic
Tel: 561-752-4250
Fax: 561-737-8757
store5806@theupsstore.com
Payment Details:
We accept Personal Checks, Certified Checks, Visa, Mastercard and Wire Transfers. Auction purchases must be paid for and picked up at Elite Decorative Arts within 7 days of the auction. International orders and all orders of $5,000 or more must be paid for by Certified Check or Money Transfer.
Accepted Payment Methods:
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- Master Card
- Money Order/Bank Draft
- Check/Cheque
- Wire Transfer
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