A FLAMBE-GLAZED FANGHU-FORM VASE GUANGXU MARK AND PERIOD |

the pear-shaped body of rectangular section rising from a straight foot to indented corners, the neck set with a pair of lug handles, the body with raised peach shaped panels, covered overall with a rich glossy red glaze streaked with pale blue and violet at the corners, handles and the mouthrim, the based incised with a six-character mark 

French Private Collection. 
Christie's Paris, 8th June 2010, lot 288 (part lot).

the vase with traces of glue and small dents on the foot rim, overall tiny surface nicks and wears on the glaze. some accretions on the glaze around the 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.
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