TWO DEHUA 'CHILONG' VESSELS QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY

the first a washer decorated with three molded chilong; the second a winepot with a chilong spout and handle and cover (3)

There are scattered repairs to the chilongs, and a chip to the tip of one chilong's horn and one point on its spinal ridge. another chilong's spinal ridge has a burst bubble on one point. The winepot has a crack to the tail of the chilong forming the spout, a chip to the tip of the nose of the chilong forming the handle and a crack to that chilong's rear leg, and a chip to the shoulder. There are scattered burst bubbles and firing cracks most noticeable on the shoulders and wrists of all the chilongs. There is an iron spot on the body. There are two chips to the edge of the cover, the larger being approximately 1 cm in length, and a minute chip to the chilong finial's spine.
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.