A CELADON JADE 'BOY AND GOOSE' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the boy depicted with a cheerful expression and a lock of hair on his forehead, dressed in loose fitting robes and carved kneeling on his knees nestling a recumbent goose beside him, the bird grasping a leafy lingzhi sprig in its beak which extends around the back of the boy's head, the stone of an even pale celadon tone

The carving is in excellent condition with the exception of a 0.2 x 0.1cm chip to the sleeve of the boy.
"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."