A GURI LACQUER BOX AND COVER MING DYNASTY

of circular form, the cover deeply carved through the black and red lacquer with a central stylised four-petal flower encircled by three registers of ruyi, the box with a single ruyi band, all supported on a short tapering foot, the interior and base lacquered black

The box and cover has restoration including: (cover) restoration to a circa 12cm., wide crescent-shaped section of the rim, overpainting to the entire edge of the rim, restoration to a 5 x 1.5cm., section of the top of the cover, extensive hairline age cracks, the interior is re-lacquered black; (base) the interior of the base and base are both re-lacquered, a similar circa 12cnm., wide crescent-shaped section of the rim is restored, the foot has been re-lacquered and has chipping to a 4cm., wide section, extensive hairline age cracks.
"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."