A 'BLANC-DE-CHINE' DEHUA FIGURE OF DAMO (BODHIDHARMA), 18TH CENTURY

standing barefoot supported on a reed floating above the base of swirling waves, his hands clasped beneath the voluminous folds of his long layered robes, leaving his chest bare, his head slightly turned to one side with well defined features and penetrating gaze, the heavy  brows and beard with tight curls

Good condition, very slight firing blemish on reverse where glaze shrinkage has occured, small firing crack on neck under collar of robe on one side, and firing crack on interior of base
"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.
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Compare with a similar figure of Damo illustrated by P.J. Donnelly, Blanc de Chine, The Porcelain of Tehua in Fukien, London 1969, pl. 87 A