A CANTON ENAMEL BASIN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

exuberantly painted in bright enamels with a central floral medallion surrounded by a broad mille-fleur border of peony, orchid, dahlia, and assorted other blooms, a band of scrolling lotus with floral and dragon cartouches around the sides, lappets adorning the rim, the exterior with further floral sprays and bats

There is repainting to approx. 1/2 of the petal lappets at the rim. Repainting and consolidation to some of the white enamel, including to the central medallion, underside of the rim, and a section of the base. General wear to the surface and some minor flakes and crackles to the enamels.
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.