A CARAMEL BEIGE FIGURE OF A LUOHAN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the finely carved figure dressed in loose-fitted robes, with inlaid semi-precious stones, holding a scroll in his left hand and leaning on a low table with an incense burner, with a monkey holding a peach on his right leg, on a rockwork base, signed to the reverse Zi Xiu, 7.6cm, 3in, together with a creamy-beige soapstone figure of a Luohan, 18th century, holding a bowl and leaning on a dog

Spink & Son Ltd., 1978.

Apart from restoration to head, which appears to have been a clean break, and to the nose, left eye, and scroll, a 2mm chip to the rear of the table, and minor surface scratches to the figure with the monkey; a natural inclusion to the rear of the head, restoration to the upper fold of the left sleeve, a tiny chip to the thumb of the hand holding the bowl and to the lower fold of the inlaid garment, and light surface scratches, these figures are in 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.
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