A 'GUAN'-TYPE BALUSTER JAR AND COVER 19TH CENTURY

covered with a green crackled glaze, the cover with an animal finial

Devonshire House Inventory, 1917, p. 71 in The Green Drawing Room
The Duchess of Devonshire, The House - A Portrait of Chatsworth, London, 1982, p. 133.

The vase is in good overall condition with the exception of chips to the flange and rim of the cover, and the finial has been broken off and repaired.
"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."

Photographed in the North Entrance Hall, Chatsworth, circa 1960.