FIVE BLANC DE CHINE FIGURES QING DYNASTY, 17TH TO 20TH CENTURY

comprising a figure of Budai, standing on his sack on waves holding a fly whisk, 24.5cm., 9 5/8 in., a figure of Damo, wearing loose-fitting robes, standing on swirling waves, impressed marks, 34.5cm., 13 1/2 in., and three figures of Guanyin, the largest seated holding a child, 25cm., 9 7/8 in., 18cm., 7 1/8 in., 17.2cm., 6 3/4 in.

The figure of Budai, Sotheby's London, 9th & 10th November 2005, lot 782.

The figures are in good overall condition with the exception of minor firing imprefections and: (Budai) restoration to the thumb on the left hand, and tips of two waves at the base; (Damo) loss to the tip of one of the reads at the left side of the base; (Guanyin and child) restoration to the nose, left hand and to the fold in the robe at the left elbow of Guanyin; (Guanyin seated on rock) loss to the tips of the fingers on the left and right hand, tiny nicks to the bottom edge of the robe and the top of the tiara.
"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."