A 'FAMILLE-VERTE' ROULEAU VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the cylindrical sides rising from a flared foot and surmounted by a straight neck with a galleried rim, the body painted in bright enamels with squared panels depicting precious objects, riverscapes, figures, animals and mythical beasts, alternating with smaller rectangular panels enclosing prunus, peonies, hibiscus, chrysanthemum, magnolia, lotus and camellia, all reserved on a black-stippled green ground dispersed with flower heads, encircling the angular shoulders a diaper band with four roundels each enclosing a stylised shou character, the neck with two rectangular panels enclosing landscapes divided by floral roundels, all set against a cellular diaper ground

The rouleau vase is in excellent condition with the exception of minor glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots, burst glaze bubbles etc. and minor surface scratchings.
"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."