AN EIGHT-FOLD COROMANDEL LAQUER SCREEN QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

carved and polychrome painted to one side with the 'one hundred birds', perched amidst rocks and blossoming trees and with ducks swimming on a lotus pond, all between mythical beast and auspicious object panels, the reverse with rows of fan and scroll-shaped panels enclosing antiques, landscapes, birds and mythical beasts, all reserved on a brown lacquer ground

This screen is in reasonable condition, but does have areas of repair to the sides where the panels are joined at the top and bottom. There are also other areas of restoration to the sides and to some of the feet. There is horizontal and virtical cracking to each of the panels.
"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."