青白玉臥馬擺件

allongé avec les pattes repliées sous le corps, la queue soigneusement ramenée contre son flanc, la tête tournée vers l'arrière, à côté d'un palefrenier muni d'un seau lui brossant la crinière, la pierre de couleur uniforme à la patine luisante

The horse is in overall very good condition. There are very minor fritts to the edges of the carving. The stone is suffused with light russet inclusions, the stone a less yellow tone than the catalogue illustration suggests. It is polished to a glossy finish.
"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."