A FAMILLE-ROSE CELADON-GLAZED 'TRIGRAM' VASE GUANGXU MARK AND PERIOD

of cong form, each side molded with bagua arranged in two columns, painted with flowering vines and double gourds over a pale celadon glaze, the neck encircled with a floral band suspending tassels above bats and wanzi alternating around the shoulder, the base with a six-character mark in underglaze blue

The vase has a shallow flake chip at one of the upper corners, and heavy wear to another corner. There is otherwise typical wear throughout, including to the enamels.Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.
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