A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOTTLE VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the globular body rising from a short spreading foot to a tall cylindrical neck and everted gilt-bronze rim, brightly polychrome enamelled around the exterior of the body with pairs of birds perched on flowers issuing from rockwork, all below a bat and ruyi-cloud band at the shoulder, the neck decorated with lotus strapwork, all reserved on a turquoise-blue ground

There are large areas of restoration to the sides of the vase, where the enamel has been re-painted. There is also an area of restoration to the foot to one side. There is rubbing to the gilding to the 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. 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."