(lot of 2) Chinese carved soapstone figural bookends, each modeled as a seated female beauty holding a scroll, on integral plinth with incised geometric motifs, one with glue repair at corner of plinth, approx 7.5"h, 3.5"w, 2 3/8"d, 7.75lbs total **Provenance: Treasures from the vaults of a Dallas designer**

04.27.2026- In my opinion regarding LOT: 2493-the pair are overall intact and stand sturdy, a UV light examination reveals a small repaired chip to the corner of one, and chipping to the corners of each, I further note some small chips to raised points, such as toes, etc., all minor, stone exhibits natural imperfections, some stable hairlines, fissures and tonal variation

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