A SMALL JADEITE CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY

the rectangular body with rounded corners supported on three short cabriole legs issuing from lion masks, the exterior carved with taotie below a key fret-border at the rim, flanked by two mythical-beast handles suspending a loose ring, the fitted cover with a clambering chilong, the smoothly polished stone of a variegated green tone, pierced gilt-metal cover, wood stand, Japanese wood box

There are three chips and some minor nicks to the rim (6mm by 4mm, 3mm by 1mm and 3mm by 2mm). There are two polished chips to the rim of the cover (1.5cm by 4mm and 2cm by 4mm). There is also a flaw in the stone running from the sides through the base.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."