A DEHUA / BLANC DE CHINE MOLDED PORCELAIN FIGURE OF A SAGE, POSSIBLY LAOZI 老子 CHINA, QING DYNASTY He is represented seated in rajalalisana, his left hand, holding sacred texts and resting on a rock, wearing loose robes, a bear, a hair bun and two braids. All covered with a white glaze of slightly ivory tone. H: 10,9 cm Notes: 1. Laozi (老子 - 6th to 4th century BC) was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He is the reputed author of the Tao Te Ching, the founder of philosophical Taoism, and a deity in religious Taoism and traditional Chinese religions. 2. Compare with a related Dehua model of Laozi sold at CHRISTIE’S New York, USA, 2015-03-15/16, lot 3140, for USD 18,750. 德化白瓷“老子”像 中国，清代 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.