the full face modelled with slender bow-shaped eyes and hooded eyelids, all below arched eyebrows extending to a broad straight nose and full red lips, the forehead centred with a circular indentation that once held a jewelled urna, the cheeks flanked by a pair of long pendulous ears, all below the combed hair piled up to form an elaborate chignon embellished with banded florets

法國私人收藏，得自1980年代

The head is in good condition. There are chips and losses to the extremities, as consistent with age. The left and right earlobes have been broken and restuck. There are age cracks running horizontally across the hair above the forehead and some on the reverse. The urna on the forehead of the figure is lost. The pigments are generally well-preserved with traces of gilding remain.
"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."