A CHINESE FAMILLE-ROSE FIGURE OF KUIXING 18TH CENTURY |

modeled standing on one leg atop the head of a dragon-fish rising from waves, the other leg kicked behind, wearing a brightly enameled yoke and a ribbon tied belt around a tiger-skin garment draped around the waist, the left arm holding a bushel-measure close to the bare chest, the right arm raised holding a pen, the face and neck painted in blue enamel with white spots, the back of the head unglazed with traces of red pigment

Right hand has been restored back on, broken through the shin and reaffixed, he has been pinned to the base.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Compare a nearly identical pair to the present example sold in our London rooms, May 9, 1989, lot 187.