A 'FAMILLE-VERTE' BISCUIT FIGURE OF A GENTLEMAN QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

finely modelled seated on a pierced aubergine-glazed rockwork base, wearing black boots and a black tunic over a bright green robe, his face with broad smile below a wide-brimmed hat with traces of cold-painted red pigment

The figure is in fair overall condition with the exception of loss to the tips of the fingers on the right hand; loss of the left hand; repair to a break across the front of the hat; and probable repair to a break at the neck.
"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."

For a very similar figure, one of a pair, see W. Sargent, The Copeland Collection, cat. no. 17, where the author suggests the figure may have previously carried a fan in his right hand, a symbol of goodness.