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A CREAMY-BEIGE SEATED SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
the finely carved figure dressed in loosely-fitting robes and high cowl, incised with cloud scrolls and peony and inlaid with semi-precious stones, seated holding a rosary in her right hand and a scroll in her left
Provenance
Spink & Son Ltd., 1977.
Condition
With the exception of restoration to the neck, which appears to have been a clean break; restoration to three sections of the robe edges at the base (4.5cm, 2cm, 0.5cm); rubbing to the painted facial, hair and robe details; and minor 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."
"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."