A RARE CLOISONNE MINIATURE VASE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the body of baluster form rising from an elegant spreading foot to a trumpet neck, brightly decorated around the exterior with three rectangular panels enclosing lotus flower heads reserved on a trellis-diaper turquoise ground, all between lotus-lappet and floral scroll bands

The vase is in very good condition with the exception of light denting and scratches to the inner mouth rim with associated minor enamel loss and repair to the blue ruyi band beneath the rim, a circa 6 x 3mm., triangular flake to the enamel on one panel, minor enamel shrinkage and holes and rubbing to the gilding on the rim and 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. 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."