A FINELY CARVED BOXWOOD FIGURE OF LIU HAI QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

depicted seated on a rootwood stool with his three-legged toad perched on the right knee, his left arm raised holding an inscribed cash coin, carrying on his back a wide-brimmed straw hat tied on a twisted rope across one shoulder, the figure clad in loose fitted robes opening at the chest revealing his large belly, his plump face turned gently to one side, finely detailed with a dimpled wide smile and joyfully scrunched eyes framed by curved wrinkles, all flanked by a pair of long pendulous ears, his hair neatly combed and incised, the wood smoothly patinated to a rich reddish-brown tone

As visible in the photo, there are minute age cracks. Insignificant bruising and other general surface wear.
"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."