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A DEHUA FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
the standing bodhisattva with hands crossed, on a rocky base buffeted with waves, wearing a layered robe draped over softly rounded shoulders and opening at the chest to reveal a lotus necklace, the robe gathered at the waist in a loose knot, the face with a benevolent and peaceful expression flanked by pendulous earlobes, the hair drawn up to a high chignon and covered by a cowl
Condition
The figure is in good condition with the exception of restoration to the tips of the fingers on both hands.
"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."
Catalogue Note
See a similar figure in the Palace Museum, Beijing, illustrated in Dehua Wares Collected by the Palace Museum I, Beijing, 2015, pl. 33.