recumbent, resting on its belly clutching a brocade ball with its forepaws, the broad jaws playfully tugging a ribbon loose from the ball, the end of the ribbon falling in loops over the animal's back, the wide flat head patterned with a spiraling mane, the bushy tail sweeping against the hind quarters with three broad swaths of fur, the stone a whitish-green color with patches and fine veining of dark brown

Collection of Wellington Wang.
Weisbrod Chinese Art, Ltd., New York.

The carving is in overall good condition with a soft patina. Minute nicks and a couple of scratches to the underside. The color of the stone is slightly greener than in the illustration in the printed 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.
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.