A FINE WHITE JADE 'BUFFALO AND BOY' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

finely carved as a recumbent buffalo, its legs tucked under, with head turned to one side, the large curled horns supported on its humped back, a boy sitting astride its back, grasping a cord trailing from the buffalo's nostrils over the side, the stone of pale celadon tone suffused with white in areas, polished to a smooth glow, wood stand (2)

Sotheby's New York, 27th November 1990, lot 14.

In overall very good condition. There are two natural fissures to the underside of the piece which have been polished down. There are some very minor nibbling to the piece, particularly att the horns. The actual color of the piece is more celadon than shown in the 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.
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.