A FINE BLUE-GLAZED MEIPING Mark and Period of Yongzheng

well-potted with attenuated sides rising to high rounded shoulders below the waisted neck, covered with a brilliant purplish-blue glaze stopping short of the white mouth rim

Sotheby's New York, 22nd-23rd September 2004, lot 295.

The overall condition is very good. There are just a few very faint surface scratches in one area of the shoulder. The actual colour is quite close to the colour in the 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.
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A Yongzheng blue-glazed meiping of this shape and size was sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 24th May 1978, lot 200, and again 17th May 1988, lot 93.