A BLUE AND WHITE 'PEACH' MOONFLASK QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the flattened circular body rising from a flat oblong base to a waisted neck flanked by a pair of scroll handles, painted on each side in rich cobalt-blue tones with three large peach fruits borne on leafy stems between spear-head borders, the neck painted with lingzhi sprigs and the handles bordered with classic scrolls

Sotheby's London, 12th November 2003, lot 168.

The neck and the handles are restored and there is overspray around the shoulder, there are visible cracks/breaks beneath the restoration at the base of the handles, raised bumps (2 x 0.2cm and 0.3 x 0.3cm respectively) on the sides of the moonflask, minute glaze chips and other minor glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles, iron spots and 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."