A LARGE FAMILLE ROSE BALUSTER VASE QIANLONG MARK, 18TH CENTURY

of flattened ogee section, painted to each face with a large panel enclosing a scholar and assistant in a garden under a pine tree and a lady seated with two children under a pine tree, above a smaller shaped panel of retreats amongst trees in a mountainous river landscape, all reserved on a raised dot turquoise-ground with flowers, with a thin band of diaper in underglaze-blue at the foot and below the rim

There is a 2.5cm by 1cm chip to the underside of the foot, with a related 1.5cm by 0.5cm shallow chip to the side of the foot. There is also kiln grit adhered to the foot. There is rubbing to the gilding at the rim.
"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.
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