清十七 / 十八世紀 銅沖天耳三乳足爐連蓋

of archaistic liding form, the heavily cast body of compressed globular form supported on three short feet, the rim surmounted by a pair of arched handles, the base cast within a recessed panel with an apocryphal six-character reign mark, the wooden cover centred with a white stone finial and surrounded by low-relief ruyi-shaped motifs, the patina of a warm brown colour, wood cover

Good condition, with just minor nicks to the rim and feet, and pinholes to the interior.
"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."