A PAIR OF CARVED RED LACQUER BOXES AND COVERS QING DYANSTY, LATE 18TH CENTURY

in mirror image, each of square form with canted corners, deeply carved to the top face with an archaistic panel enclosing a sage in a landscape, the straight sides centred by an oval panel enclosing a floral spray and all reserved on a dense lotus strapwork ground, the interior lacquered black

First box: Generally good condition but there is a small area of lacquer loss to the top of the tree on the left hand side - 7mm x 3mm. There are two areas of lacquer loss to the interior rim of the cover - 5mm x 2mm and 1mm x 2mm. There are several other chipped areas to the interior rim of the cover. There are also several chipped areas to the rim of the base. There are scratched areas to the underside of the base and some minor shallow chips to one side - 1.5cm x 3mm and 3mm x 2mm. There has also been repainting to the rim of the cover and the base. Second box: These lacquer boxes are generally in good condition, but there is a small loss of laquer to the right area of the bridge 4mm x 2mm. There is an 8cm x 4mm area of damage to the left edge of the cover. There are several chipped areas and loss of lacquer to the interior rim of the cover. There are several chipped areas to the interior rim of the base. The rims of the base and cover have been repainted. Slight loss of lacquer to the edge of one flower to the side panel of the base. It is worth noting that one box has been stained.
"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."