Chinese Carved Root Wood Libation Cup, 19th c., with floral carving, with a custom made fitted copper insert, H.- 3 3/4 in., W.- 6 1/8 in., D.- 4 in.

Incredible form. Patinated copper lining present. Two visible punctures to interior of cup. Both with evidence of old repair. Retains an older finish with areas of abrasions and scattered minor losses to carved elements. One small inch long rim split. A handsome example. ________________________________________________________________________________ ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.