A CHAMPLEVE ENAMEL, GILT-BRONZE AND SERPENTINE PAGODA QING DYNASTY AND LATER

of hexagonal form raised on a conforming stepped foot, structured in two tiers separated and surmounted by a flaring roof, the sides inset with reticulated serpentine panels carved with lotus scroll borne on leafy stems, the base with a further lotus scroll in champlevé enamel, each roof embellished at the corners with gilt-decorated leaping carp and suspending gilt-metal bells, surmounted by a tall pear-shaped finial, fitted for electricity and converted into a lamp 

Edward I. Farmer, New York, 1928. 

Two of the suspended bells now lost. Wear and surface dirt to the gilding all over, as visible in catalogue image. A re-glued break across one of the reticulated panels; and a re-glued break to the upper section of another.
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.