A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE VASES AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of octagonal section, rising from a domed base to a trimmed neck, decorated to each face with a panel enclosing insects or birds hovering amongst floral branches including hydrangea, peony, prunus and magnolia, bordered by leafy scrolls bearing stylised flowerheads, the neck and the domed cover similarly decorated, fitted with gilt-bronze stand, rim and knop

Both brightly painted jars have been drilled through the base for attachement of a metal mount, both have been cut-down at the neck, one jar has extensive glaze crazing and glaze lines in particular around the luting line, one jar ha s 2cm., vertical body firing line, both covers have been reduced at the rims, the original knops removed and drilled for attachement to a metal mount, both jars and covers have minor glaze imperfections including iton-spots, burst glaze bubbles and minor 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."