A PALE GREEN JADE 'HEHE ERXIAN' GROUP LATE QING DYNASTY

carved standing one next to another, each with hair neatly combed and divided in the middle, the face with a broad smile, the shorter figure clutching a brocade ball in his hands whilst the taller figure with arms raised carrying a clustered bundle of lotus bloom, curled leaves and pods around the back perched with a squirrel and a three-legged toad, a pheasant standing at the bottom with head tilted upwards and wings slightly spread, the stone of an even buff tone with bright caramel inclusions, wood stand

The group is in excellent condition with the exception of minor nibbling along the edges of the carving.
"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."