with a compressed bombé body resting on three cabriole legs issuing from leonine animal masks, the body flanked by a pair of dragon-head handles, the cover surmounted by a finial worked in the form of a Buddhist lion with the head turned to its right, the stone of a pale variegated celadon and apple-green colour, wood stand

There are some minute nibbling to the extremities, particularly along the rims of the censer and cover. The rims with some minor light bruises.
"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."