- 984
A DEHUA FIGURE OF A LUOHAN AND TIGER 19TH / 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
- Length: 9 1/4 inches; 23.4 cm
both portrayed napping, the luohan reclining against the recumbent tiger, the back impressed with two seals reading Dehua and Xu Yunlin zhi
Condition
The hat is a replacement and there are replaces to the cord trying the hat, there are nicks along the edges of the tiger's ears, and small touch ups to the luohan's fingers. There are scattered iron spots, minor glaze frits and a few expected firing cracks.
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.