A CELADON JADE RETICULATED CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY

of three-part form, raised on a short circular foot, carved in openwork with archaic kui dragons confronting a ruyi head, slender dragon loop handles, the cover with a gilt-metal globular finial, wood stand (4)

There are a few small knocks to the handles where the upper section and body meet. The body and upper section has some fissures, some in the upper section running through the circular rim at the top. The upper section with some nicks along the interior rim. The cover with three black flecks, white inclusions and expected wear to the gilt finial.
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.