A RARE BLUE AND WHITE 'PEACOCK' VASE KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD

the elegant baluster body rising from a spreading foot to a waisted ribbed neck with flaring rim, finely painted around the exterior in rich cobalt-blue tones with a peacock perched on rockwork amidst flowering branches of peony and magnolia

This fienley painted vase is in good overall condition with the exception of restoration to a small glaze flake on the exterior edge of the rim, a 2cm., long vertical glaze firing hairline running up from the luting line which is also visible as a line encircling the body beneath the glaze, a 3cm., wide bruise to the edge of the foot, some mottled glaze discolouration around the shoulder, two tiny nicks to the edge of the foot, minor glaze firing imperfections including tiny burst glaze bubbles and some glaze pulls to the base, iron spots and light glaze scratches.
"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."