A CELADON-GLAZED 'LONGQUAN' TRIPOD CENSER MING DYNASTY |

the bombé-form body supported on three cabriole legs, the well with three unglazed bosses evenly spaced around the central aperture, the underside of the body with a protruding ring, covered overall with a lustrous sage-green glaze save for the protruding ring and the bosses

Marchant, London.

A crack to one side of the aperture apprx. 2 cm long, and shallow flake chips to the protruding ring. Overall with minor expected wear and a few firing imperfections including a burst bubble above one of the legs.
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.