A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'IMMORTAL' VASE LATE QING DYNASTY / 20TH CENTURY |

of baluster form with elephant handles, meticulously painted in fine penciled lines to one side with Li Tieguai sitting under an overhanging pine tree, with his double gourd emitting vapor and two bats, the other side with a pair of phoenix among flowers

There has been restoration to the rim likely to small frits and shallow chips. There has been some consolidation to the crazing around the mouth. The body with further crazing, wear and minor firing imperfections.
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.