Lot 3044
  • 3044

A 'LANGYAO'-RED BOTTLE VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description

the globular body rising to a tall cylindrical neck, covered overall in a thick bright raspberry-red glaze, streaking slightly down the sides and pooling just above the neatly trimmed tapering foot, the glaze further suffused with a tight network of crackles, the base applied with a crackled straw glaze

Provenance

Yamanaka & Co., no. 2 (according to label).
Sotheby's New York, 4th June 1982, lot 228.

Condition

The vase leans slightly to one side. Apart from a 0.5 cm potting flaw to the body and some surface scratches, the overall condition of the vase is very good.
"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."