A 'GE'-TYPE TRIPOD CENSER MING DYNASTY |

the body divided into three lobes and raised on sharply tapered feet, rising to a waisted neck and lipped rim supporting two upright loop handles, applied overall with an unctuous soft gray glaze suffused with a dense network of black crackling and golden threads

The censer is in good condition with only minor manufacturing imperfections (e.g., small burst glaze bubbles and small glaze gaps both particularly to the shoulder and neck).
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.