A white and russet jade qilin, Ming dynasty明 白玉麒麟把件reclined with its four legs tucked, the head staring upwards, with long deer-like horns, the stone of a grey white tone with brown veining and inclusions Length 4.7 cm, 1⅞ in.品相: A small loss to the left horn, and a further two tiny loss to the back hooves."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."来源: Chung Wah Pui, Hong Kong, 6th July 1993鍾華培，香港，1993年7月6日来源2: Jessica Rawson, Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, pl. 26:18.Jessica Rawson，《Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing》，倫敦，1995年，圖版26:18