A PUCE- ENAMELED ALTAR CANDLESTICK QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the bell-shaped base rising to a knobbed section supporting a dish tray with an everted rim, surmounted by a tapering columnar neck and a smaller detachable tray on top, the exterior enameled with large stylized lotus blooms borne on meandering leafy stems, with the Eight Buddhist Emblems, divided by ruyi, keyfret and spearhead bands, the base interior turquoise enameled, the front of the dish tray with a horizontal six-character seal mark (2)

There are restored breaks throughout the base, the rim of the column, and the upper tray.
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.