Lot 16
  • 16

A FINE CREAMY-BEIGE SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF THE LUOHAN WUDAXIANG QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

the finely carved figure wearing loose-fitting robes, his left hand at his lapel beside a carving of the face of Buddha to his chest, seated on a liver-red hexagonal base, the front three panels carved with a dragon flanked by ruyi

Provenance

Spink & Son Ltd., 1981.

Condition

With the exception of restoration to the base (approx. 7.5m), which appears to have been a clean break; a chip around the end of the robes on his right (approx. 5cm); restoration along the base of the back of the figure (approx. 7cm); very minor rubbing to the painted details; and light scratches, this figure is in good condition.
"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."