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A LARGE 'DEHUA' FIGURE OF GUANYIN RIDING AN ELEPHANT QING DYNASTY, 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
- Height 16 5/8 in., 42.2 cm
the Goddess of Mercy in dhyanasana on a lotus throne positioned on the back of an elephant, the left hand resting in the lap and right hand holding a budding lotus stem and leaf, sashes fluttering all around, the animal standing four square with the head turned to the side
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 20th March 2007, lot 774.
Collection of William Worth, New York, and thence by descent.
Collection of William Worth, New York, and thence by descent.
Condition
In overall good condition with some minor firing imperfections, including a firing crack to each side of the flowing ribbon.
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.
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.