THREE BLUE AND WHITE AND CAFE-AU-LAIT VASES QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the largest vase of triple-gourd-form and the two smaller vases of double-gourd-form, each painted in vibrant blue tones above waisted centers, the globular lower bodies with a band of ivory crackle glaze above cafe-au-lait neatly trimmed above circular foot rings (3)

The double gourd vases:
S. Marchant & Son, London.
Each vase:
Collection of Benno Schmidt, Sr., and thence by descent.

The tallest vase with frits and chips to the rim (largest approx. 1.4 cm), minor firing imperfections (including a few very thin gaps in the café-au-lait glaze, the longest being approx. 8 cm), expected surface wear (including scratches to the glaze), and an irregular footring. The shorter vases with minor firing imperfections (including burst glaze bubbles and small iron spots), minor frits to the glaze on the body and rim, and expected wear to the footring.
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.