A RARE 'RU'-TYPE TRIPOD CENSER JIAQING SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |

the globular body with shallow rounded sides rising from three short rounded feet, covered overall with a soft bluish-gray glaze save for an unglazed ring at the foot, applied with a brown dressing, the base with the six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

Christie's London, 7th November 2006, lot 202. 

There are a few restored small chips to the rim and parts of the rim have been sprayed. There is a slightly rough area at the shoulder (length approx.4.5-cm) which has been lightly sprayed. The color of the glaze is a slightly more pronounced blue-green compared to the catalog 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.
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.