A LARGE CINNABAR-LACQUER CIRCULAR BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

the cover finely and deeply carved with a shou-character and lotus-lappet medallion enclosing a lakeside pavilion surrounded by mountains amidst swirling mist, encircled by four large flower-filled panels divided by the bajixiang and reserved on a dense floret-diaper ground, the box similarly carved, the interior lacquered black

John Sparks Limited, London, 20th August 1945

This large and finely carved box and cover is in good overall condition with the exception of: the cover has minor loss to the tips of the pagoda roof, restoration to the top section of the scholars staff, old restoration to cracking at the rim and related age cracks extending 7cm., into the interior, minor nibbles and flaking at the rim; the box has flakes (0.5, 1, 2, 3 and 5cm. wide) to the inside edge of the rim and old restoration and overpainting to the rim, including a circa 19cm., wide shallow crescent-shaped break at the rim, and minor old chips and flakes at the footring.
"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."