A RARE CINNABAR LACQUER FIGURE OF A BOY QING DYNASTY

modelled standing with hands held up to his chest, wearing a tunic tied at the waist with a sash and finely carved overall with a whorl-diaper pattern, his face with broad smile, wood stand

This rare lacquer figure is in good overall condition with the exception of a repair to the wrist of the left hand and to the sole and ankle of the left foot.
"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.
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This figure appears to be carved in the style of the Qing master carver, Lu Guisheng, who is famous for his signed lacquer panels and is also known to have carved lacquer figures. See a slightly taller finely carved lacquer figure of the God of Longevity, Shoulau, illustrated in Derek Clifford, Chinese Carved Lacquer, London, 1992, pl. 123.