A CLOISONNE ENAMEL DOU AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the globular body raised on a tall splayed foot, the exterior brightly decorated against a turquoise ground with stylised lotus flowers borne on leafy tendrils, all between ruyi bands, the foot encircled by stiff plantain leaves alternating with floral sprays above a ruyi border, the domed cover similarly decorated and surmounted by a gilt-bronze knop pierced with lotus scrolls

There is a V-shaped area of repair to one side of the rim (3.7cm by 2.5cm). There is also an area of repair to the enamel all around the body where it meets the foot. There are some other minor small repairs to the enamel to the body.
"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."