A 'BLANC-DE-CHINE' DEHUA CYLINDRICAL CENSER, KANGXI PERIOD

the steep sides horizontally ribbed, standing on three bracket feet; together with a censer of squat bombé form, set with two lion mask handles and incised with an inscription on one side, below the everted rim

chip to interior of one foot, dark speck near base, other censer has two small chips on rim edge approximately 2mm
"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."

For similar censers illustrated by P.J. Donnelly, Blanc de Chine, the Porcelain of Tehua in Fukien, London 1969, pl. 19B and pl. 21B