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A FAMILLE-VERTE BISCUIT FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL QING DYNASTY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- biscuit
seated on top of a ruyi cloud-decorated platform, wearing a long green robe tied at the waist with a yellow belt, holding a yellow chaohu in his right hand, his face with a gentle smile
Condition
The figure is in good condition with some minor losses at the extremities including at the tips of the left hand and at the beard, and a chip at the left corner of the base (approx. 1 x 0.5 cm). There is a firing flaw on one side of the upper belt buckle, while the other side has broken off. There are additional firing flaws including kiln adhesions to the base, some glaze pooling on the black cap and on the front side of the platform, some short firing lines on the platform near the feet, and burst bubbles and iron spots in some areas.
"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."