AN INSCRIBED DEHUA INCENSE BURNER 17TH CENTURY |

of bombé form, flanked by lion mask handles, one side inscribed with a poem in running script

The incense burner is gently warped. There is minor fritting and associated polished glaze flakes to the rim. The body with two minute glaze flakes and insignificant speckles to the glaze. Some expected minor firing imperfections such as firing lines to the foot and the base.
"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."