QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
The Censer:
- one small chip and one re-stuck chip, and burst bubbles to mouth rim
- re-stuck chip a middle join
- lower section with chip to exterior edge, minute flecks to dragon and flecks around holes for side handles
- lacking side handles
- small chips to the toes of the feet
The Vases:
- slight lean
- very minute chips to raised decoration
- small chip above foot likely from production
- remnants of glue on interior possibly from production
- one vase with upper section detached along natural seam
The Candle Sticks:
- small chips, primarily to the upper mouth edge
- 3 in. high re-stuck section to the bottom of one of the upper portions
- expected light surface wear and rubbing