A CARVED SOAPSTONE SEATED LUOHAN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

finely carved, the figure seated cross-legged with meditative expression, wearing a long flowing robe open at the chest and incised and gilt with a floral-patterned edge, resting his left hand on his knee and holding a lotus in the left, the stone of creamy-grey tone with dark red inclusions

There is loss to the lobe of one ear, and a nick to the top of the other. There is a bruise to the edge of one eyebrow and tip of the nose. There are minor nicks to body and small chips to the edge of the base, deep scratching and shallow losses to the underside.
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.