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A DEHUA GUANYIN AND LION GROUP QING DYNASTY, LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- Height: 8 1/2 inches, 21.5 cm
the figure seated holding a scroll, dressed in long flowing robes opening at the chest to reveal a beaded necklace, one arm resting on a lion with books on its back, the lion with bushy eyebrows peering up at the deity, the back with a seal mark reading He Chaozong within a double-gourd
Provenance
Ralph M. Chait, New York, 1977.
Condition
The lion with restoration to foot, tail and body. There are minor nicks to the edge of Guanyin's robe.
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.
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.