A famille-verte pierced square censer and cover Qing Dynasty

the square body rising from four lion mask cabriole legs to a broad everted rim, supporting a central tier pierced with ‘wan’ bands, the similarly pierced and domed cover surmounted by a lion dog finial, all brightly enamelled in yellow, green and aubergine enamels

One leg of the censer has been broken and restuck, with associated restoration and overpainting. The lion finial has a small chip to one of the coils of the fur tail. There are other minor wear and losses to the extremities. Other glaze firing imperfections include burst glaze bubbles, grits and fritting. Minor enamel ware.
"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."