A BLUE AND WHITE INCENSE BURNER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |

of globular form, rising from three cabriole legs and surmounted by a waisted neck and galleried rim, flanked by a pair of upright curved handles, decorated around the body with scrolling lotus, below a band of keyfret extending to the side of the handles and on the rim, the legs each terminating to moulded rosace motifs

The incense burner is in overall good condition. There is some shrinkage in the glaze across the interior of one handle and a minute glaze gap along the outer edge of the same handle, a couple of insignificant pinholes or iron spots in areas buy overall the condition is very good.
"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.
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