A CARVED 'HONGMU' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY |

of cylindrical form slightly flaring at the rim, the exterior carved in relief with a continuous landscape scene of six cranes in flight, rising and swooping among swirling clouds all above a pair of ducks paddling in a pond amid lotus, flowering peony sprays, and deer cavorting beneath a large pine tree

Sotheby's New York, 30th March 2006, lot 96 (part lot).

There is a split on the base traveling up the side. The rims and edges with small nicks and wear consistent with age and use. Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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.