- 735
A CARVED BAMBOO FIGURE OF SHOULAO QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- bamboo
the joyful immortal seated on a rocky outcrop holding a peach in its right hand and a ruyi in his left hand, surrounded by numerous children carrying offerings including a pomegranate and a musical pipe sheng, all flanked by a standing crane and a stag, the bamboo richly patinated to a warm chestnut-brown colour
Condition
A 3.5 cm. section of the ruyi shaft Shou Lao holds in his right hand is chipped and missing. The front section of the deer standing to the side of the base is also chipped and missing. There are further smaller occasional chips as well as age cracks extending from the base, some surface wear including a scratch on the immortal's bulging head but overall the condition remains quite good. The bamboo bears a fine age patina.
"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."