A PAINTED GRAY POTTERY FIGURE OF A FEMALE ATTENDANT HAN DYNASTY

modeled standing wearing a long white-hemmed red robe, folded across the chest and tied below the waist, the hands held in front within the sleeves, the face detailed in black on a white ground, all below hair pulled up on top of the head and painted black, wood stand, Japanese wood box (3)

Mayuyama & Co., Ltd, Tokyo, acquired between 1960-1969.

The head has been off and reattached. The figure with restoration to the head, sleeves, back and lower half of the body consistent with a figure of this type and age.
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.