清十八世紀 琥珀雕對弈圖山子

carved to the front with two scholars playing weiqi beneath a pine tree, the reverse with a crane in flight above a recumbent deer beside a pine tree and lingzhi shrubs, the amber of a rich translucent coral-red tone, wood stand

The mountain is in good general condition, with the exception of a polished loss to the pine branch above one figure and possibly to the tip of the mountain on the front, and an area of loss to the reverse near the pine on the right. There are some areas of bruise to the pine branches above and at the base of the mountain, with some associated loss. Other minor nicks to the extremities.
"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."