A Pair of Blue and White Octagonal Jardinieres Qing Dynasty, Daoguang Period

the faceted bodies with waisted neck and everted lip, the bodies tapering to the foot, with alternating side-panels decorated in cobalt-blue featuring figures in extensive landscapes and descriptive poems in regular script, all below foliate borders, the tops of the rims decorated with reserves of seasonal flowers and foliage and scholar's articles against a diaper ground, the edges of the rims with a leiwen border, wood stands (4)

good visual condition, drain holes to undersides filled, one with restored crack to underside, scattered minor surface scratches, glaze pits and light abrasions, scattered minor fritting and glaze 'pimples', slight staining to bases
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.

The four poems refer to plum blossoms, peach blossoms, waterfalls and the lovely sounds of the valley.