depicting five women traversing a field of dense clouds, the central figure in an ox-drawn carriage surrounded by four attendants bearing books, flowers, a fly whisk, and canopy, the whole painted in vibrant green, red, yellow, blue, and black with outlines rising in thread relief

Acquired in China prior to 1949.

With cracks, losses, and overpainting throughout; extremely brittle
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.