A 'FAMILLE-VERTE' BISCUIT 'MONKEY' WINEPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

modelled in the form of a seated monkey, depicted with large rounded aubergine-glazed eyes and rounded nose and ears, its fur covered in a thin wash of manganese yellow, the short spout shaped as a peach fruit cupped in its hands, set at the back with a curved handle in the form of green gnarled pine below another circular flaring opening, wood stand

The handle has been broken and re-stuck, an 8cm hairline along the spine of the monkey, a 1.5 x 0.5cm section of the pine trunk is lost with traces of glue at the clean break, minor chips and nibbling along the edges of the spout and other glaze firing imperfections.
"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."