A CARVED CELADON-GLAZED VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the pear-shaped body carved with qilongs on a dense lingzhi and foliate scroll ground, below a keyfret diaper band and linked lingzhi collar around the neck, set on the shoulders with a pair of lion mask handles picked-out in black glaze, all supported on a 'false' tall flared foot, the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark, covered overall in an even pale green celadon glaze

Apart from a single curl of one of the lion-mask's mane which has chipped off, and some minor pinholes and firing lines, mostly to the interior (especially to the mid-section) and base only, the vase is in overall very good condition. The glaze is of a warmer olive-green tone than as illustrated in the catalogue photograph, which appears slightly washed out.
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.