A small gilt-bronze figure of Avalokitesvara China, Early Tang dynasty, 7th Century

standing upon a lotus base with right knee elegantly bent, draped in long ropes of jewels hollowed to receive inlaid gemstones, the right hand pendant and grasping the folds of the long skirts and flowing scarves lightly in the splayed fingers, while the left hand bent up to support a kundika bottle, the face serene and the topknot adorned with foliate tiara bearing a central figure of seated Buddha Amitabha

Sotheby's New York, 12th June 1984, lot 87.

There is a 1/2 inch break to bottom of the right scarf near the knee. The scarf near the left ankle has a restored crack. There is a chip 1/8 inch wide to the back of the left scarf near the head. There is ample gilding remaining with expected wear to the surface; there is also encrustation on the left neck and cheek. The overall condition is quite good.
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.