the deep rounded body raised on three tall, hollow, cylindrical legs,carved around the exterior with stylized floral scrolls below a band of triangular patterns, the everted rim set with two upright rope-twist loop handles, covered overall in a rich sea-green glaze

Japanese private collection, by repute.

There is a hairline crack to the rim approx. 2 3/4 in. (6.9 cm) long. There are also patches of kiln adhesion to the interior, as well as an iron spot under the rim.
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.

Two censers of this form and similar size dated Yuan dynasty, are illustrated in Ye Yingting, Mei zi chu qing: Longquan yao qing ci tu ji, p. 187 and p. 191.