A BAMBOO FIGURE OF SHOULAO QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

carved standing with a young acolyte to his right, his left hand raised holding a staff tied with a double gourd, the right arm supporting a ruyi sceptre, dressed in loose fitting robes falling into neat pleats, his face with a benevolent expression framed by a tall forehead and long beard, wood stand

Shoulao's left hand has been broken and repaired and there is also damage and loss to the top of Shoulao's staff and a repaired break to the centre of it. There is also damage and loss (and glue remnants) to the left sleeve of the boy attendant (1cm by 8mm).There are four chips to the back of the robe and a number of cracks to the underside of the base running through and around his right foot (and 3cm up his leg to both sides) and one to his left foot.
"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."