A CLOISONNE ENAMEL GILT-BRONZE SQUARE VASE, FANG HU QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

the square baluster body rising from a high spreading foot to a waisted flaring neck, brightly polychrome enamelled to each face of the body with a landscape scene below a ruyi collar, the foot similarly decorated, the rim, edges and interior gilt 

This vase is generally in good condition, but there is some rubbing to the gilding to the interior and to the rim and to the horizontal bands, edges and base of the exterior. There is areas of pitting to the enamel to the exterior and one small area (5mm by 4mm) of enamel repair below the rim to one face.
"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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