A CHINESE GREY JADE PEBBLE CARVING OF A BAT carved and pierced with body and tail feathers curled and wings held open, the head with large hooked beak, the stone of mottled greyish-white tone 13.5cm long Provenance: Continental Private CollectionDescriptions in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports and all lots are sold as viewed. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in good condition. Prospective bidders are recommended to request a condition report prior to bidding, wherever possible satisfying themselves in person at the gallery as to the condition of a lot.