A CARVED BAMBOO BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY

finely and deeply carved with a continuous landscape with scholars seated amongst rocks, wutong, bamboo and a pavilion, the scene flanked by pine trees and rocky outcrops

This finely carved brushpot is in fair overall condition with the exception of: a full length 1mm., wide vertical age crack to the rear; a circa 10cm., long hairline age-crack running in an L-shape down from the rim; a 5.5cm., long 1mm., wide age crack running down from the rim with an associated 5 x5 mm., rim flake; a 2cm., and a 3cm., age crack rising from the base; an 8mm., diam apeture to the base with an associated 6cm., hairline crack; several minor vertical age cracks around the rim; loss to a section of high relief carving (to the right of the two seated figures) and very minor staining and scratches 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. 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."