A 'BLANC-DE-CHINE' FIGURE OF GUANDI QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

seated on a raised pedestal, his right hand raised to his chest holding his belt and his left hand rested on his knee, wearing an armour under his flowing robes lightly incised with dragons, his face with a stern expression and surmounted by an official cap with two tassels falling on his shoulders, covered overall with a cream ivory glaze

A loss to the left ribbon to his hat, measuring approximately 22mm. Extensive firing cracks, mostly to the interior of the base. One main crack and other smaller, associated cracks visible to the outer left hand side of base, measuring approximately 35mm. Other, fainter firing cracks visible to base and to stomach of figure. Other minor firing imperfections.
"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."