Lot 18
  • 18

A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT BLUE AND WHITE BOTTLE VASES Kangxi period, (1662-1722)

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • height 12 in.
  • 30.5 cm
each supported on a short straight foot, the body painted with a series of six 'Precious Antiques' below ruyi-heads, tapering to a narrow neck with sawtooth and foliate scroll bands.

Provenance

Collection of Joseph M. Morpurgo, Amsterdam (according to label).

Condition

Both are in good condition with scattered pinholes and iron-spots to the surfaces. One with a very fine glaze crack on the mouth rim, 0.4 cm, barely noticeable. The other with a very shallow chip and firing flaw to the foot ring, another small firing flaw on 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.
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.