A LARGE DEHUA FIGURE OF BUDDHA QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

modelled standing on a lotus base, wearing a long robe open at the chest to reveal the beaded necklace, the face with meditative expression and gentle smile, framed by long pendulous earlobes and tightly knotted hair, the reverse with the apocryphal signature He Chaozong, later carved wood lotus stand

This figure has been restored at the neck and also has a chip to the back of the base (8mm by 8mm), and a number of large firing cracks to the interior base, one with an associated shallow chip (1.2cm by 8mm). There are also two small firing cracks to the top of the right forearm.
"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."