of compressed peach form, the cover with scrolling lotus above a keyfret band, an engraved inscription around the central knob providing the date of manufacture as dingwei nian 12 yue 22 ri zao (corresponding to 1547), the base carved with a lion roaming amid flowers within a comb-pattern band at the rim, the interior lacquered brown-black (2)

There some age cracks and one crack in the cover that penetrates the core.The surface with restoration and consolidation to lifting and lost lacquer overall, particularly evident at the edges and rims. The rim of the cover has been slightly modified to fit the box.
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.