A CARVED CINNABAR LACQUER CIRCULAR BOX AND COVER MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY

of circular form with flat upper and lower surfaces, delicately carved overall through the layers of rich cinnabar lacquer with floral blossoms and leaves, with pomegranates decorated in diaper patterns against a diapered ground of similar pattern, the interior lacquered black

There has been restoration to the sides of the cover, where it has been broken in several places. There are some crack lines evident through this restoration. There is also extensive re-lacquering to the diaper ground to the exterior (cover and base) and there is an 8mm by 2mm chip to the lacquer to the edge of the cover to one side. There is also some restoration to the rim of the base, which has most likely been broken and the interior of the cover and base have also been re-lacquered. There are also some chips and nicks to the interior rim of the base. There are two small areas of lacquer missing to the lower surface of the base and some cracking to the lacquer across some of the leaves.
"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."