A BLUE AND WHITE 'QILIN' YENYEN VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the baluster body resting on a countersunk base and a broad wedge-shaped foot, painted in various shades of cobalt-blue with two rectangular panels each enclosing a qilin standing on cragged rockwork rising from breaking waves before misty mountains in the distance, all framed above and below by underglaze blue lines, the trumpet neck with wide flaring rim similarly decorated with a raised fillet below

The vase is in good condition with the exception of a three-point hairline crack to the base (the longest arm measuring 8cm), minor surface scratchings and glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots, burst glaze bubbles etc.
"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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