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A FINE RED-FLECKED CREAMY-BEIGE SOAPSTONE SEATED LUOHAN QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
the finely carved figure dressed in a loose-fitting robe, hemmed with gilt floral scrolls, his right arm leaning on his bent right knee holding his long eye brow, on a pierced rock work base
Provenance
Spink & Son Ltd., 1981.
Condition
The figure is in very good condition with the exception of two areas of restoration to the base of the back of the figure (1.6cm, 1.2cm); restoration to the front left corner of the base (approx. 6cm), which appears to have been a clean break; a hairline crack to the other front corner (approx 6cm); minor rubbing to the painted facial details and gilded decoration; and very light scratches.
"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."