Lot 201
- 201
STATUETTE DE BUDAI EN STÉATITE DYNASTIE QING, XVIIIE SIÈCLE |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Soapstone
- Long. 13,1 cm, length 5 1/8 in.
assis en position de délassement, vêtu d'une ample robe ouverte, sur une base rocailleuse
Condition
The figure may have been carved separetely from the base. There is a ca. 2 x 1.5 cm shallow chip to the edge of the base.There is a small restoration to the index finger of the left hand. There are several minor chips to the raised parts of the carving. There is a carved inscription on the scratched base, reading "Charles, 30 août 1816" ("Charles, 30 August 1816). There is overall light wear to the surface of the figure.
"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."