A SMALL CLOISONNE CENSER AND COVER (FANG DING) QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

of rectangular form supported by four columnar legs, each long side decorated with taotie masks on a turquoise ground above a pair of kui dragons, the short sides each with a pair of archaistic birds and set with a pair of upright loop handles, the cover further decorated with a band of archaistic lappets, surmounted with a stylized lion finial

There is a small area of loss to the top of one of the legs. There is a very thin area of loss, about 1 inch long, just underneath the rim on one of hte short side. There are somme small losses to the enamel, but the cloisonne wires remain in good condition with much of hte gilding intact. The cover has some area of loss to the enamel, and the cloisonne wires remain intact with much fo the gilding intact. The finial may be be matched and could be of a later date. Overall in good condition.
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.
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