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AN IVORY FIGURE OF BUDAI QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
the figure wearing loose-fitting robes, open at the front, holding the tie ends of his sack, with a joyful facial expression, 7cm., 2 3/4 in; together with a smaller ivory figure of Budai, 17th/18th century and a small ivory figure of seated Guanyin
Provenance
The larger Budai figure, John Sparks Ltd., 1980; the smaller Budai figure Spink & Son Ltd.
Condition
The three figures are in good condition with the exception of overall hairline age cracks; very light overall scratches; loss of painted decoration to the robes and shoes of the large Budai; and a 1.1cm diameter replacement to the crown of the smaller Budai and a 0.5cm diameter hole drilled to the underside of the base.
"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."