A Dutch Delft blue and white seven-tier tulip vase

each square tapering tier painted with flowers and putti, the corners applied with dolphin head spouts, on blue glazed claw feet, above matching wooden and tile socle with blue glazed claw feet

In overall good condition with few minor (glaze) chips, the fifth tier with larger shallow chip to one spout and to one lower corner, the lowest tier with large firing flaw, one claw foot with chips, craquelé to the tiles of the socle, minor dents, marks and scratches to the wooden parts.
"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."