A BRONZE TRIPOD VESSEL AND COVER (DING) WARRING STATES

the deep spherical body raised on three supports, crisply cast on the exterior with two low relief bands of interlaced serpentine scrolls divided by a narrow horizontal rope-twist band, the neck flanked by a pair of upright pierced handles, decorated on each side with kuilong and rope-twist bands, the low domed cover similarly decorated with three concentric bands, applied with three later-added bird-form finials, the bronze of a mottled olive-green patina with malachite encrustation, Japanese wood box (4)

The X-ray suggests that the vessel is in good overall condition. There is a small filled hole under one handle and some fill that is possibly original to manufacture under the other handle. There are nibbles along the edges most noticeable to the handles. The surface has some scattered shallow chips. Surface has been slightly cleaned..
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.

The box for this lot is inscribed with a note by Zouroku Hata.