A CARVED LAPIS LAZULI ‘DEER’ TABLE SCREEN QING DYNASTY

of rectangular form, carved to the front face with two deer in a rocky landscape with trees and lingzhi, the reverse inscribed and gilt with a Qianlong imperial poem, the stone of a dark blue tone with silvery-white inclusions, wood stand

The screen is in good condition with the exception of some tiny nibbles and nicks to the edges, a 10 x 5mm., rough flaw to the stone on the upper front left side, a shallow chip to the side of the neck of the lower deer, and two polished chips ( 2.5 x 3cm and 3.5 x 1.5cm) to the top right and bottom right corners.
"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.
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