of square section, carved with a ferocious tiger being tamed by a pair of luohan dressed in long robes behind tall craggy rockwork, the first with one leg resting on the tiger's body and his left arm raised, the other with his hands in anjalimudra, the seal face carved with zhao yun gui cai ceng feng zhong (to have walked among the wind and above the clouds) enclosed in a circle, the stone of a golden caramel tone with russet highlights and characteristic veining

This soapstone seal is in good condition.
"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."