清十八世紀 白玉海棠式雙蝶活環耳蓋洗

of lobed form and quatrefoil section supported on four short baluster feet, set with a pair of butterfly handles issuing archaistic angled loops suspending a ring, the body left plain, the tightly fit cover of conforming section, surmounted by an upturned camellia-flower knop detailed with dense stamen and incised petals, flanked by two small ruyi-shaped lugs suspending rings, the smoothly polished stone of pale celadon colour mottled with snowflake inclusions

There are two very minor nicks at one end on the inner rim and mild nibbling along some edges, the overall 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.
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."