A GROUP OF THREE 'DEHUA' VESSELS QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY AND LATER

the first a vase with attenuated cylindrical body surmounted by a narrow neck encircled by a chilong clasping a leafy sprig; the second, a censer of compressed globular form, flanked by lion-mask handles, one side inscribed with characters reading Qing xiang Jin yu tang; and the third, a gu-form beaker vase (3)

First: Property of the Estate of Dr. Ip Yee, Sotheby's Hong Kong, 19th November 1984, lot 209.

The vase with the chilong with some glaze flaws and iron spots on the surface, otherwise in good condition. The censer is in good condition. The gu-form vase with scattered iron spots and burst air bubbles.
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.