deeply carved with various birds in flight and at rest, a pheasant prominently perched atop rockwork looking to its mate seated on the bough of a flowering magnolia tree amidst other pairs of birds including ducks, cranes, sparrows, and doves all against a diaper ground, repeated on the interior and exterior sides, the base lacquered in black

Norman Hurst (1944-2011) Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Brockington House Collection, no. 2304 (according to label).

The tray is in overall good condition. There are minor touch ups to small nicks to some of the birds and leaves. There is slight consolidation to the rims and slight shrinkage to one of the panels which has caused a vertical split to the black lacquer on the base. There are losses to the lacquer on the foot rim and the base has expected wear to the surface.
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.