each cast seated in dhyanasana on a rectangular plinth, the hands held in dhyanamudra, wearing a simple robe draped over the left shoulder leaving the right exposed as well as the jewelled necklace, the face with a meditative expression beneath a coiffure behind a five-leaf diadem, all framed by a separately cast flaming mandorla, the front of the plinth with an inscription reading Da Qing Qianlong gengyin nian jingzao (Respectfully made in the gengyin year during the Qianlong period in the Great Qing dynasty, corresponding to 1770) (2)

Both with minor expected wear to the surface (including typical losses to the gilding and pigments), and with the mandorla loosely inserted into the plinth. One with dents to the crown and plinth, and the base plate under the figure replaced. The other with casting flaws to the plinth, as illustrated.
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.