Chinese well carved coral figure, depicting a standing court lady, in flowing robes with fan, sided and backed by climbing flower blooms and birds, on wood base with metal inlay, figure: approx 10"h, 4"w, overall on stand: approx 11.25"h, 5.5"w, 4"d 2.9lbs **Provenance: From the estate of Leslie and Angelyn Smith, Austin, Texas** **PLEASE NOTE: All of the hardstone figures in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have small chips and imperfections. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition.** Start Price: $150.00

01.09.24: In my opinion regarding LOT 1268: I note that the figure is intact and sits comfortably in the accompanying stand, there are natural inclusions and inherent areas of natural porosity throughout, I observe minute chips to the petals of several flowers, and the thin ribbon at the lower central region of the body seems to have been reinforced with visible adhesive but I do not observe a fracture, and there is a minor glue repair to the top right auspicious cloud formation

Click here for natural light images.

Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as is and where is. No statement regarding the age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.