清 孔雀石隨形花插

formed from a natural piece of the botryoidal mineral, the tall irregular shape with perforations around the angled base, the surface polished to highlight the inherent designs and patterns in the stone, the hollow interior fitted with a pewter liner, with a wood stand carved in the form of gnarly entwined pine and prunus trees (2)

The piece is fashioned from a natural piece of mineral, so there are numerous irregularities throughout the surface. There do not appear to be any repairs, and the piece appears to be in good overall condition There is a tear to the pewter liner.
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.

An example of a brushpot or incense holder made from a natural piece of malachite, and dated from the Qing dynasty to early 20th century, from the Richard Rosenblum Collection was exhibited in Worlds Within Worlds, 1997, cat. no. 72. Another Qing dynasty example of a malachite flower receptacle was sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 6th April 2015, lot 24.