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A CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL LATE QING DYNASTY
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
the figure seated on a horse in reverse with his body turned to the right, wood stand, 22.5cm,. 8 7/8 in; together with a bamboo carving of a boy on the back of a buffalo, 19th century, wood stand
Provenance
W.H.W Meyer Collection (according to label).
Condition
Wood immortal & buffalo: The buffalo has been damaged to the top part of each leg (have broken away from the body) and was broken when stuck to the base.
Immortal on horseback: Generally in good condition. There is a 70mm split to the reverse of the horse below the neck. The right inlaid eye of the horse and the immortal are missing.
"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."
"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."