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A SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF A LUOHAN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
the figure reclining against a small recumbent elephant, dressed in a loose robe, with incised borders inlaid with tiny turquoise embellishments, holding an alms bowl with the left hand, the right hand resting on the knee, the stone of creamy-white color with reddish-russet inclusions
Provenance
Spink & Son, Ltd.
Condition
The figure has a chip on the upper-back of his head approximately 1/4 inch long. The underside corresponding to his right knee has been polished down (length approximately 1/2 inch). Two of the turquoise inlays are original and the others may be later replacements.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.