A CARVED BAMBOO FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

seated with legs crossed, dressed in long flowing robes opened at her chest to reveal a pendant necklace, holding a scroll in one hand, her face with a benign expression and downcast eyes, patinated to a rich toffee tone, bamboo stand and wood box

The guanyin is in good condition with the exception of a 0.2 x 0.1cm loss to the tip of the drapery atop the piled-up hair of the figure, and a minute chip in the drapery folds under the hand. The bamboo is of a richer and brighter toffee tone compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."