A GROUP OF FOUR CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN FAMILLE-ROSE FIGURES OF IMMORTALS QIANLONG PERIOD, CIRCA 1770

together with four rectangular bases (8)

Alberto Varela Santos, London.

From left to right in the catalogue illustration. First, the head has been off and reattached. There is a restored chip to the top of one ear. There is restoration to the tips of the fingers. There is a chip to the edge of the robe. Second, the hand, headdress and sections of the edge of the sleeves have been restored. There is a chip to the edge of one sleeve. Third, the fingers have been restored and there are minor restored chips to the bottom edge of the sleeves and lower edge of the robe. Fourth, the hands and small sections of the sleeves have been restored. There are small frits and a restored frit to the ears. A section of the base, underneath the foot, is restored. All four bases have scattered frits and restored frits around the edges.
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.