A RARE CELADON-GROUND COPPER-RED AND BLUE MOONFLASK QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

resting on a splayed base and surmounted by a waisted neck with garlic-shaped mouth, the rounded sides with four lugs, painted on one side in underglaze blue and copper-red with a fruiting pomegranate, the other with a finger citron branch, all on a pale celadon ground of bluish-green tone, seal mark in underglaze blue

Christie's Hong Kong, 28th April 1997, lot 786.

There are a few shallow chips to the glaze near a finger citron, and one small chip to the edge near the center. There are a few scattered burst air bubbles, an iron spot and some minor wear to the glaze. Overall in good condition.
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.