the slim stone carved in layers of relief as a series of five craggy peaks, one side with a fisherman sitting with a basket, a gnarled pine tree to one side and a lake below, a poetic verse inscribed above reading Bixi yuhu wan chui gou ('Man fishing at a clear lake in the evening'), and three seals, the reverse with a thatched pavilion partially obscured by a leafy tree and a further pine in the distance, the translucent stone a warm yellow with a swath of orange at the center, wood stand (2)

E & J Frankel, Ltd., New York, 1989.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield.
Christie's New York, 25th March 2010, lot 908.

Most of the brushrest is in generally good condition with only small scattered nicks, however, there are larger losses to the underside.
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.
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