Boîte couverte en zitan Dynastie Qing, époque Kangxi

de forme rectangulaire, incrustée de nacre, lapis lazuli, malachite, pierres dures et ivoire teinté, représentant deux personnages dans un paysage peuplé de pins, de rochers et de nuages, les côtés décorés de rameaux fleuris et de papillons, les bords incrustés d'argent à motifs de frises de leiwen (2)

There are overall losses to the inlays on both cover and box, some later replaced inlays. Some of the ivory inlays may have been replaced by bone inlays. There is a ca. 8 cm long crack extending from the upper left hand corner into the top of the cover, and another 8 cm crack to one side. One side panel of the box may have been reinforced with glue, with a slight gap where the sides join the side panels. There is a ca. 14cm long crack to the base of the box and light overall wear to the surface of the sides.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."