carved as a pair of small conjoined cylindrical vessels with three openwork chilong scaling the exterior, each detailed with long bifurcated tails, the mythical beasts with front paws and heads peering over the rim, the sides carved in shallow relief with pines, peach trees, cranes, lingzhi, and two figures looking up at the moon, each base with a recessed central medallion, the stone light green with scattered inclusions 

One chilong with a small loss to the tip of the tail, and one foot with a possible polished shallow chip. Otherwise, the double washer is in overall good condition with a natural fissure encircling the mid-section, which has been cleverly incorporated into the design. The actual color of the stone is slightly more gray compared to the catalogue illustration.
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.