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A TEADUST-GLAZED DOUBLE-GOURD VASE QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
the globular lower body rising to the moulded waist encircled by pendant and upright petal-shaped panels, below the slender upper bulb with straight columnar mouth, flanked by a pair of elegantly curved scroll handles with ruyi terminals, covered overall in an evenly applied 'teadust' glaze of speckled olive-green thinning slightly at the extremities to a light brown, the base applied with a dark brown wash over the incised six-character mark
Condition
With the exception of restoration to both handles, a pinhead-size glaze firing imperfection to the body and very light overall scratches to the surface, this piece is in good condition.
"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."
"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."