A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE VASES MARKS AND PERIOD OF HONGXIAN

each potted with an ovoid body gradually rising from a slightly tapered foot to a waisted neck below a cup-shaped mouth, the exterior finely painted with a boy reading a book at a desk with scholar's objects, beside a man in a hat together with two children planting bamboo in a continuous garden scene with rocks and flowers, inscribed with a poem Pin bu maishu liu zi du, lao you zaizhu yu ren kan ('Despite poverty, books are kept unsold for children to read; At old age, bamboo is planted for people to see'), the recess base inscribed with a four-character Hongxian yuzhi mark in iron-red

The overall condition is very good. The enamels remain very well preserved.
"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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