- 1017
A LARGE POLYCHROMED SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF A BOY QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- soapstone
well carved, the figure standing with one hand raised holding a single lotus bloom, the other hand grasping the bow-tied sash securing his long floral-decorated robe, the pale gray stone with traces of red, black and green pigment, all supported on a separate rockwork base of mottled red and cream (2)
Provenance
Collection of Mary Porter Walsh.
Christie's New York, 21st September 2000, lot 75.
Christie's New York, 21st September 2000, lot 75.
Condition
The figure's lower left portion has been restored, and the right foot has been restored as well. There are natural fissures and inclusions throughout the stone, and much wear to the painted decoration. Multiple sections of the base are broken and lost, and there are old labels affixed to the bases's top. The pegs connecting the figure are lost, with one having been replaced.
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.