A LARGE CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF A MAIDEN LATE QING DYNASTY

the tall standing figure wearing long loose robes falling in folds around her body, her hair arranged in an elaborate chignon, holding a long rose stem in her hands, wood stand

A 3cm section of the shawl on the left shoulder of the figure have been broken off, three sections have been broken off from stem of roses held in her hands, these have now been repaired with traces of glue around the seam. The top of the chignon of the figure has a circular (1 x 1.5cm) crack which might have been caused by an impact force. There are occasional age cracks running across the surface of the ivory, predominantly at the back of the figure, around the face, the hair and the base. Black pigment on the eyes of the figure is worn in places.
"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."