A 'FAMILLE-VERTE' WATERPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of squat cylindrical form, painted in bright enamels with boys playing with lotus, flags and ruyi in a fenced garde, the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark

Commander F Warrington-Strong DSC.

The water-pot is in good overall condition with the exception of some restoration around the shoulder to fritting, a circa 1cm., wide area of overpainting to the bottom edge of the side, some fritting around the shoulder, light rubbing to the iron-red decoration, some minor firing imperfections including iron-spot glaze imperfections, pinhead-sized glaze holes and light glaze scratches.
"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."