A LARGE PAIR OF CHINESE FAMILLE-VERTE GLAZED BISCUIT FIGURES OF BUDDHIST LIONS KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)

seated upon pedestal bases pierced with ruyi heads, encircled by a pair of painted chilong dragons; the male with one foot resting on a yellow brocade ball, the female with a yellow-glazed clambering cub.

Chait Galleries, New York.

The lion with the ball, has a chip to the top edge of the base, and is missing one curl of hair. The other lion, has a loose curl of hair on the chin. There are firing cracks and flaws to both.
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.

Please see the previous page for an illustration of this lot.