A CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL 'LOTUS' CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

the globular body supported on three cabriole legs and rising to a short straight neck with a galleried rim, brightly decorated to the exterior with stylised lotus blooms and meandering foliage, the legs and neck similarly decorated, all below a band of lappet border to the shoulder and a band of geometric motifs to the rim, the shoulder flanked by a pair of long S-shaped handles decorated in gilt with graduated keyfret pattern, the domed cover finely cast in gilt bronze with three ruyi-shaped cloisonné panels enclosing leafy meandering lotuses and reserved on a pierced ruyi cloud ground, all surmounted by an elaborate gilt-bronze knop pierced with lotus scrolls

There is a crack across approx. 3/4 of the finial. There are small infills in various areas, including to some areas along the borders of the ruyi-shaped panels on the cover, the areas where the legs and handles join the body of the censer, and a small area near the top of one handle. There is also a small patching to the rim of the cover (approx. 2x1cm), as well as two tiny holes to the base of the censer and middle of the cover. There are also minor scratches and losses to the enamels and gilding, some light surface wear and characteristic pitting.
"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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