A CARVED CINNABAR LACQUER RUYI-SHAPED PLAQUE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

with lobed sides, carved with nandina berries and a leafy chrysanthemum spray framed by two interlocking panels of ruyi-shaped scrolls, surmounted by a flaming pearl similarly framed by linked scrolls, all reserved on diaper ground

There is a 10cm area of restoration to the left edge of the plaque and a 4cm area to the top centre edge and another 4cm area to the rim to right of this. There is minor losses and nibbling including the tips of the leaves and petals of the chrysanthemum and nandina berries (the largest measuring circa 0.3 x 0.2cm), the bottom tendril of the flames issuing from the pearl in the centre (0.6 x 0.3cm), edges of the ruyi scrolls (largest measuring 0.7 x 0.2cm), and around the corners and edges of the plaque. There is a 0.7 x 0.3cm nick to the top edge of the plaque and a circa 5cm crack which runs from the top sides into the diaper band and other minor cracks (circa 2cm) running along the sides. There is also some repainting to the flowers and the flaming pearl.
"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."