A CANTON CARVED IVORY BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

of rectangular form, the cusped top finely and deeply carved with a shaped cartouche enclosing figures in a bustling town scene, all within a leafy peony band, each of the straight sides profusely carved with figures in a landscape and supported on a protruding base and four rounded feet

The box has a 7cm crack on the base, traces of glue remain between where the individual components are slotted together to form the box. The lid is slightly dislocated so the box cannot be fully closed, the key. Apart from minor nicks to the extremities and nibbling along the edges, the box is in otherwise good condition. The original key is still with the box. The ivory is of a slightly warmer golden yellow tone compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."