comprising a brush and cover, a mountain-form brush rest, two scroll-form brush rests, a wrist rest, a seal box and cover, a seal paste box and cover, a washer, a brushpot, and a waterpot, each finely painted in black and gray with seasonal foliage, and some with pairs of birds or butterflies, each signed biyunshanfang ('the house of jade cloud mountain') (13) 

The scholars objects are in good overall condition. There is a U-form crack extending from the rim of the brush cover. There is wear to the surfaces overall consistent with use and age, including wear to the painted decoration, minute nicks along edges and some light staining to the biscuit in areas.
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.