A LARGE 'FAMILLE-VERTE' MULTI-FACETED VASE AND COVER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of slender baluster form, brightly enamelled around the exterior with panels of birds amongst prunus, qilin, scholars objects, crane amongst pine, peony amongst rockwork and pavilions in river landscapes, all reserved on a pale green floral and butterfly pitted ground, the domed and facetted cover similarly decorated and surmounted with a knop

The vase is in fair overall condition with the exception of a slight tilt to one side, a circa 40cm.,long area of restoration/over-painting to a U-shaped crack/break running up the body from the foot and back down to the foot, fritting to the rim, foot and edges of the mould lines, minor glaze firing imperfections including iron spots and burst bubbles, light glaze and enamel scratches and minor enamel flakes and rubbing to the gilded decoration. The cover is in good overall condition with the exception similar firing imperfections, and some shallow flakes and fritting to the edges.
"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."