A LARGE CLOISONNE ENAMEL TRIPOD CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

the globular body supported on three cabriole legs issuing from gilt-bronze lion masks and rising to a short straight neck with everted rim, brightly decorated around the exterior with Indian lotus strapwork reserved on a turquoise ground and set at the shoulder with a pair of long S-shaped handles similarly decorated and gilt, the domed cover finely cast in gilt-bronze with three ruyi-shaped cloisonne panels enclosing lotus strapwork reserved on a pierced cloud-scroll ground, all surmounted by an elaborate pierced gilt-bronze foliate knop

This censer is generally in good condition, but has one area 1.5cm diameter to the front of repaired enamel, where the pieces has been dented. There is also another small area 1cm by 3mm of repair to the turquoise ground enamel to the right of one of the lotus under the right handle. There is some wear to the underside of the feet.
"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."