A FINELY CARVED WHITE JADE 'FU' LION QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the long pebble finely carved in the form of a recumbent lion seated on its haunches with its paws punctuated by sharp talons, its face well defined by bulbous eyes, a snout nose and partially open jaws revealing sharp fang and even rows of teeth, below bushy eyebrows and floppy pointed ears, with archaistic scrolls carved to the body, its long undulating locks of mane detailed with fine incisions, with a bushy tail swept alongside its right haunch, the stone of an even white tone highlighted by russet splashes

There are minute nibbles to the tail but otherwise the piece is in very 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."