of irregular form, powerfully worked with a dragon soaring through ruyi cloud scrolls and chasing a pearl, surrounded by six smaller chilong, one side of the stone further picked out with a phoenix and a mythical beast, the substantial stone of a glossy rich black colour suffused with grey and russet patches, stand

There are expected tiny chips to the paperweight, including the tips of the chilong's snouts and the edges of the waves, the largest measuring approx. 1 cm to the waves on the underside. There are also small areas of pitting and natural veins to the stone. The well patinated paperweight is otherwise in overall good condition.
"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."