A LARGE 'FAMILLE-ROSE' VASE QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the ovoid body supported on a slightly splayed foot rising to a waisted neck, the body painted with stylized lotus scrolls between an upright stylized lappet border just above the foot and a ruyi-head border at the shoulders, the neck further decorated with a row upright stylized lappets below iron-red bats and lotus scrolls, the mouth painted with a turquoise ruyi-head border, the base inscribed with a Qianlong seal mark

A European Private Collection.

There is a 5 in by 2 in section of the rim which has been broken out and restored back in. There is restoration at the base of the neck where it joins the body; it has been broken off and restored back on. It has been drilled through the mark. There has been considerable flaking of hte enamel overall, most of which has been painted in.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.