A RARE 'FAMILLE-ROSE' TURQUOISE-GROUND VASE SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

of ovoid form with sloping shoulders set with a waisted neck and flared mouth, tapering to a slightly cinched body, all supported on a short straight foot, painted on two sides with a broad trapezoidal panel with notched corners, each panel painted in famille-rose palette, one panel containing a pair of phoenix perched on rocks amidst flowering peonies and magnolias, opposite an idyllic landscape panel with simple dwellings near a stream, the neck similarly painted with two quatrefoil panels, one with a further landscape and the other with narcissus, roses and nandina berries, all reserved against an imitation 'turquoise' mineral ground, the pale blue ground finely painted with the natural veining of the stone, the underside painted in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark

The overall condition is very good with only some light scratches to the turquoise enamelling and wear to the gilding around the mouth.
"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."