A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE-VERTE' BISCUIT VASES AND STANDS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each with a lobed ovoid body divided into various segments in imitation of bamboo, each section painted with leafy floral spray, all above a band of lotus lappets and below similarly decorated concentric rings, rising to a facetted tubular neck decorated with various diaper grounds, flanked at the sides with a pair of bamboo handles, the barbed rim encircled with a band of scrolls, all supported on a pierced octagonal stand raised on four bamboo feet, glazed in green, aubergine and yellow

The necks of both vases are restored with extensive overspray, overpainting is evident along the rims. There is a circa 0.4 x 0.3cm chip to one stand, and other minor nibbling to the edges of the other stand. Minor glaze firing imperfections include burst glaze bubbles, short firing cracks and iron spots etc.
"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."