AN INSCRIBED AND INLAID IVORY BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY

inlaid with soapstone depicting a foreigner dancing next to a Buddhist lion, further inscribed with poems, signed Yunyan jushi

Please note that this brushpot is inlaid with soapstone, instead of horn which is as incorrectly stated in the catalogue. There are few losses to the inlaid with old replacement fillings, but overall this has been rather well preserved. The brushpot itself is generally in good condition with some typical age cracks on the mouth rim and in areas around the body. The brushpot is glued to the wood stand, which forms the base. The actual colour of the brushpot is slightly warmer, less yellow, and more shiny compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."