A LARGE CHINESE PALE CELADON JADE FIGURE OF GUANYIN carved kneeling on an oval rockwork base, wearing a long flowing robe open at the chest and holding a ruyi sceptre in the left hand, the face with gentle smile and hair coiled into a high chignon, the reverse with an eleven line calligraphic inscription and three seals, the stone of very pale celadon tone with small areas of dark brown inclusions 26.5cm high Provenance: Continental Private CollectionDescriptions in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports and all lots are sold as viewed. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in good condition. Prospective bidders are recommended to request a condition report prior to bidding, wherever possible satisfying themselves in person at the gallery as to the condition of a lot.