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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture. The Guanyin: The figure's right hand is off and missing, the left hand has been off and re-stuck with some associated chips and losses; some touch-up the neck and face; a hairline crack to the right sleeve extending to the base; some scattered glaze flakes; a few chips to the base The scholar: Some nicks and small chips to the extremities; attribute in the hands missing; neck and ears with some touch-up; scattered glaze flakes
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Lot 60Sale 19648
19TH-20TH CENTURYTWO CHINESE POTTERY FAHUA FIGURESEstimate: GBP 800 - 1,200
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