Lot 942
  • 942

AN ENAMELED PORCELAIN FIGURE OF GUANYIN QING DYNASTY

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

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portrayed seated in lalitasana, holding a scroll, a cowl draped over the chignon and white sgraffiato-decorated robe with gilt-accented borders, all supported on a separate lotus throne resting on green crested waves behind a jagged rock (2)

Provenance

European Private Collection (by repute).
Offered at Sotheby's Hong Kong, 25th April 2004, lot 254.

Condition

Guanyin - extensive overpainting to the blue enamel of the cowl and the ribbon. Both hands and scroll restored. Throne - minor flaking to the enamels, otherwise 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.
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