A YELLOW GROUND UNDERGLAZE-BLUE PILGRIM BOTTLE SEAL MARK OF QIANLONG

painted in underglaze-blue to each side with a pair of bats in flight amid a leafy sprig bearing five peaches within a raised peach-shaped panel, the neck decorated with a similar lotus band beneath upright ruyi head lappets and a band of lingzhi fungus at the rim, flanked by a pair of ruyi handles, all reserved against a yellow ground

Christie's London, 26th February, 1973, lot 86.

Underside to one handle with a short firing crack, approx 1cm. Two small scale chips to the foot, approx 5mm and 3mm. Scale chip to the edge of the body, approx 3.5mm. Minor scratching and burst air bubbles. Otherwise generally in good condition.
"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."

A similar bottle was sold in these rooms, 14th November, 2001, lot 120.