CHINA, TANG DYNASTY (618-907)

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.
Some areas of restoration, including to the base, middle section of the body, neck, nose with associated overspraying and touch-ups.
A large chip to the base's foot rim, a flat to the end of the robe on the back, some small chips and nicks to the edges, rims, extremities and surface.
Both ears damages and polished.
The hairdress pin has been chipped off on both ends, with associated touch-ups and restoration.
Traces of polychromy.
Some flakes to the glaze.
Glaze and firing faults.