A MONGOLIAN-STYLE PARCEL-GILT AND JADE INLAID SILVER EWER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the rounded ovoid body inlaid on each side with jade plaques carved in relief with fruiting peach branches and bats, one end set with a long tapering spout issuing from the mouth of a makara, opposite an elaborate handle linked by a chain to the domed cover, surmounted with a mandarin duck jade finial, all raised on a pedestal foot and embellished with gilded lion-masks and chilong, coral and hardstones (2)

The silver is tarnished and there is expected wear overall. There are scattered minor chips to the edges of the plaques and there is glue visible around the edges. The chain has been off and reattached with a metal wire ring to the handle.
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.

A related ewer sold in our London rooms, 9th November 2011, lot 140.