AN INSCRIBED BLACK LACQUER WOOD QIN QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |

of lingji style, the gently tapering body modeled with a recessed waist and neck, the underside with seven tuning pegs and two circular goose feet supporting the musical instrument, the top inlaid vertically with thirteen studs (hui), the reverse with a phoenix pond (fengzhao), dragon pool (longchi), and four characters reading xiaoyi tianqiu ('autumn in the sky'), the well lacquered surface with a network of fine crackles

In overall good condition with crackle and light wear throughout the lacquer; the wood areas with wear and faint scratches. A bruise and a flake loss to one edge approx. 1.6 cm wide and another flake loss to the lacquer at the side above a foot approx. 2 cm long.
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.