A RARE COPPER-RED AND UNDERGLAZE-BLUE WATERPOT KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD |

of compressed globular form, elegantly potted with generous rounded sides rising from a concave base to an incurved mouthrim recessed into the shoulder, the exterior intricately painted in rich tones of raspberry red with four stylized full, round blooms of chrysanthemum, peony, lotus and hibiscus, each borne on a curved leafy spray and surrounded by stylized foliage, all below a narrow classic-scroll band, the incurved mouth encircled by a stylized lotus meander and the foot with triangular lappets, set between underglaze-blue line borders, the base with a six-character mark in three vertical columns in underglaze-blue, later metal cover (2) 

Collection of George A. Lucas (1824-1909).
Collection of Jesse G. Kaufman (1883-1976), and thence by descent.

A large U-form break to one half of the pot, broken into three sections and re-stuck, with associated losses (the restoration darkened from age). Small chips to inner rim and foot.
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.