A ‘QINGBAI’ BALUSTER VASE NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY

the lobed body raised on a flaring foot, the straight neck opening to a wide rim, deftly incised with vertical lines dividing the nine lobes and further diagonal strokes skirting the foot, the neck encircled by three fillets, applied overall with a transparent glaze pooling to a darker tone in the recessed areas, save for the countersunk base left unglazed revealing the white body

The vase is in overall good condition. There is a minute flake on top of the mouth rim, some light occasional fritting on the underside, together with a few typical minor imperfections in the glaze. The actual colour is less yellow compared to the illustration in the catalogue.
"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."