A MONGOLIAN-STYLE PARCEL-GILT AND JADE-INLAID SILVER EWER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the pear-shaped body embellished with coral, hardstones, gilded lion-masks and chilong, inlaid on each side with jade plaques carved in relief with stylized shou characters surrounded by auspicious objects, one end set with a long tapering spout issuing from the mouth of a makara, opposite an elaborate handle linked by a chain to the domed cover, surmounted with a jade crane finial, all supported on a pedestal foot (2)

P.C. Lu & Sons Ltd., 1986.

There are signs of light wear, tarnish and scattered small patches of oxidation to the surface. There are traces of glue around the jade plaques and finial, and there appears to be a patch near the mouth of the spout. There is a small break were the handle joins the neck.
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.

A similar ewer was sold in these rooms, 16th-17th September 2014, lot 610, and another in our London rooms, 13th May 2015, lot 319.