AN ASSEMBLED GILT-METAL AND JADE DESK SET BY EDWARD I. FARMER CIRCA 1900

comprising a stationary tray flanked by white jade belthook-form handles raised on jade scroll feet, the base panel carved in relief with meiren in a pavilion, a clock set within a carved spinach jade bangle supported on a white jade belt-hook, all fitted on a white jade quatrefoil base, a spinach jade hinge-lided ashtray, the silver mounted spinach jade bowl applied with hinged silver covers surmounted by a butterfly plaques, all signed Edward I. Farmer; together with a white jade buzzer mounted with a gilt metal base, the jadeite knob encircled by a garland of enamel leaves (4)

The tray: A few minor chips to the extremeties of the handles. Overall in good condition. The clock: There are some chips to the carving and edges of the tray. There are some minor nicks to the belthook and bangle. The ashtray: There are some chips to the butterfly carving. Overall in good condition. The bell: There are some very minor chips to the carving.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.