A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE-VERTE' 'DRAGON' BOTTLE VASES QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each body of pear shape rising from a spreading foot to a slender waisted neck and flared rim, brightly enamelled with three roundels enclosing a dragon, qilin and mythical beast, reserved on a ground of meandering floret scrolls on a dotted ground, all below a band of leafy chrysanthemum scroll in iron-red, the neck enamelled with further chrysanthemum scrolls against a lemon-yellow ground, skirted at the foot with lobed cartouches enclosing half peony blooms on a diaper band

The vases are in generally excellent condition with the exception of minor surface scratchings and glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles, minor crackling etc. The bases are burnt to a buff-orange colour in the firing.
"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."