A ZITAN ‘BAMBOO’ WRISTREST QING DYNASTY

of curved form, modelled in the form of a section of a bamboo stem, the convex side carved in low relief with leafy bamboo, Japanese wood box

The bottom right corner has a 0.7x0.1cm chip. There is general wear to the extremities of the relief decoration, as seen on the bamboo leaves near the lower bottom on the front face. There is a circa 3.7cm hairline crack to the lower left corner of the reverse. There are general minor nibbbling along the extremities.
"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."