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

carved standing, dressed elegantly in long flowing robes, holding a basket of flowers in the left hand, the face framed by hair swept up and fastened with a ruyi pin, with two long strands falling to the side, an urna inlaid with a seed pearl, fitted wood stand (2)

The carving has some small minor chips and nicks to the edge of the hem and some of the trailing ribbons. A knot in the wood towards the bottom of the back of the robe has a minor split. There are other very small splits along the inner edge of the opened robe near the figures chest and on the same side lower down near the bottom of the gown. Otherwise the figure is in good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.