A RARE CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF DAMO QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

standing with his hands clasped and concealed beneath the broad sleeves of his flowing robes, open at the chest to reveal his prominent ribs, the face with short curly hair and beard, long ears, downcast eyes, and drooping cheeks reflecting an austere expression, wooden base

The figure is in good condition with the exception of minor nibbles to the edge of the left arm of the robe, loss to the lower section of the carving and to the edge of the robe, and minor hairline age lines to the back of the figure and to the top of the head.
"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."