A PURPLE-SPLASHED 'JUN' TRIPOD CENSER YUAN DYNASTY

the compressed globular body raised on three short tapering legs, the waisted neck applied with six large flower-shaped studs set below the wide everted rim, the shoulder with a pair of fish-form handles enclosed by upright frames, covered overall save for the feet with a sky-blue glaze accentuated with irregular purple splashes

Sotheby's London, 3rd December 1974, lot 186.

The handles and rim are restored, with the over-paint cracking and flaked in some areas, including an approx. 8-mm chip to the rim. There are minor manufacturing imperfections, including small glaze bursts and dark spots. One foot has an approx. 1.4 x .7 cm chip. The base has "S.59" painted in black, and an old label ("1175"). There is a partial old label applied 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.
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.