A BAMBOO 'SCHOLAR' WRISTREST, SIGNED WU ZHIFAN JIADING SCHOOL, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

carved to the top with a scholar holding his shoe looking up at an overhanging pine tree growing from craggy rockwork, inscribed with a three-character mark reading Zhifan zhi

The wrist rest is on overall good condition. There is some expected surface wear and nibbling or nicks along some edges, including an old small chip to the top right corner with associated crackle.
"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."