the domed cover carved in relief with a dragon writhing amidst scrolled clouds and confronting a dragon-fish emerging from swirling waves below, the red cinnabar layers carved through to the ochre lacquer ground, the lower section similarly carved with a dragon amidst clouds pursuing a 'flaming pearl', the interior and base covered in black lacquer (2)

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The cover with a restored approximately 2/3 cm-long rim crack and touched up outer rim, likely to consolidate losses. With two very small restored chips to clouds near the rim as well. The box with consolidation to outer rim, base, and inner rim, as well as light lifting of lacquer to the interior.
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.