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A DEHUA FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
seated on a rockwork throne holding a small boy in her lap, wearing a long flowing robe and hooded cowl, all flanked by a vase and a book perched on rockwork and above Longnu and Shoukai standing at the base, covered overall in a creamy-white glaze
Condition
Restoration to Guanyin's thumb, index and middle finger, the child's right arm, and the bottom front left corner of the base (4x3cm). Minor chips to the extremities, such as the thumb of the child, the tip of the dragon horn and claws, and the edge of Guanyin's hood. Extensive glaze cracks to the middle left of the front and the reverse, with associated chips. Firing cracks and glaze imperfections.
"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."
"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."