A LARGE PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'PEACOCK' CHARGERS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each with shallow curved sides rising from a short tapering base to a broad everted rim, painted in rich cobalt-blue tones to the interior with a floral medallion encircled by lotus lappet panels enclosing floral sprays and reserved on a dense diaper ground, the rim with four large peacocks divided by ogee-shaped panels enclosing baskets of pomegranates, all reserved on a dense leafy floral scroll ground, the exterior with ribbon-tied auspicious emblems



 

Liechtenstein Collection paper label and inventory nos. D.1121 and D.1151 in red

Generally in good condition, the blue is slightly darker to one than the other. Both with several areas of fritting to the rim, the darker coloured one with more fritting and a shallow 3cm chip to the footrim, the other has several shallow chips to the footrim. Each with some glaze pitting and inconsistencies to the interiors.
"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."