AN INLAID MOTHER-OF-PEARL TRAY YUAN DYNASTY

the shallow black-lacquered square tray inlaid with a group of scholars and their attendants gathering in the courtyard of a pavilion on a full moon night, the host standing in the doorway of the elaborately appointed pavilion, while his guests sit outside below lofty pine trees, all enclosed within a beautifully decorated balustrade wall, each of the four sides of the cavetto inlaid with five flower head on a feathery leaf scroll, the panels separated by inlaid silver wires, the exterior with chrysanthemum flowers on a foliate scroll

The overall condition is quite good with minor re-lacquering to the sides on the interior and exterior. There are a few minor flakes to the lacquering.
"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."