AN INCISED CELADON-GLAZED BALUSTER VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

the slender, elongated body carved with peony stems laden with large blossoms against a dense foliate ground all between incised chevron bands at the foot and shoulder, the neck incised with upright plantain leaves, covered overall with a seafoam-green glaze pooling in the recesses, the rim and base white-glazed

Michael B. Weisbrod, New York.

The base has a restored drill-hole; otherwise the vase is in mostly good condition with only scattered minute firing imperfections and minor expected wear (including small frits to the foot). The color is slightly greener than the catalog illustration.
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.