A BAIFURONG SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF A LUOHAN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

carved seated with his left leg raised, his right hand holding a section of a tree branch and the left hand grasping a beaded necklace, wearing long fitting robes hemmed with lotus scroll borders, the face with a benevolent expression below tightly coiled hair, the opaque stone of a golden beige tone, signed Yuxuan to the reverse.

A 45mm by 23mm area of restoration to the base by the figure's left foot, where it appears as though the stone has been out and re-stuck. A chip to two of the toes on the left foot and a loss to the attribute originally held in his right hand. Small chips to the edge of the base, deep scratching and shallow losses to the underside. The underside also pierced for attachment to a base. Please note that the figure is signed Yuxuan on its upper back.
"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."