A 'FAMILLE-ROSE' 'IMMORTALS' BOTTLE VASE DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a flaring gilt rim, painted to the exterior in bright enamels with the Eight Immortals, Liu Hai and the He-He Erxian with their respective attributes, all set in a rocky landscape beside the banks with gnarled trees, misty clouds and distant mountains, the interior and the base glazed in turquoise, inscribed with a six-character Daoguang seal mark in iron-red

In excellent condition with the exception of slight rubbing to the gilt-rim, minor surface scratchings, and firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles and iron spots.
"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."