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A biscuit enamelled figure of a seated monk Qing dynasty, Kangxi period | 清康熙 素三彩和尚坐像

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A biscuit enamelled figure of a seated monk Qing dynasty, Kangxi period | 清康熙 素三彩和尚坐像

A biscuit enamelled figure of a seated monk Qing dynasty, Kangxi period | 清康熙 素三彩和尚坐像

A biscuit enamelled figure of a seated monk

Qing dynasty, Kangxi period

清康熙 素三彩和尚坐像


Height 19.8 cm, 7⅞ in.

There are restorations around the neck and back collar, as well as to the finger tips. Some general surface wear and scratches overall. 


"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."

Compare a related biscuit figure, formerly in the collection of The Hon. Mountstuart William Elphinstone, and now in the Sir Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art, British Museum, London, accession no. PDF A495; and another figure of the Daoist Immortal Han Xiangzi, in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, accession number FE 13.1978.