A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'SOLDIER' VASES QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

each baluster body painted around the sides with large peony and magnolia blossoms issuing from ornamental rockwork enclosed within a fence, with butterflies and insects in flight above, all above lappet borders at the foot, the neck painted with a ruyi collar suspending chrysanthemums, peonies and ribboned brocade balls, and reserved on a dense ground of cloud swirls and florets, with a keyfret border at the rim, later painted wood covers

The Viceroys of Portuguese India.
Collection of Dom Luis Caetano de Castro e Almeida, later Count of Nova-Goa, brought to Portugal in the mid-19th century.
By descent to the current Count of Nova-Goa.

Both in general good condition. One with a 3.2cm firing crack near the shoulder; vertical copper scratches, longest measuring circa 4cm; general fritting along the foot, a 1 x 0.4cm iron spot, and other minor glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles, grits etc. The other with general fritting and small chips to the foot, the largest area measuring 4.4 x 1cm and other glaze firing imperfections. Minor surface scratchings. The later painted wood covers are chipped at the edges.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."