A GROUP OF SIX CHINESE HARDSTONE ARCHAISTIC BI DISCS

The disc with incised foliate kuilong:
Butterfield & Butterfield San Francisco, March 1969

The largest disc has been broken in two with associated chips and repaired. There is a 1 1/4 chip to the edge. One face is not level with a line marking the difference in levels. the other face has a small hole, and there is also some uneveness. The disc with the incised kuilong has minute nicks around the edges. There are some fissures with associated chipping along their length, and some shallow cracks. The two spinach green discs of similar size appear to be in good condition. The disc with the chilong decoration has chips around its edges and the top surface is pitted and rough. There are signs of wear and shallow cracks. The smallest disc has been broken in two and repaired. There are minor chips along its edges.
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.