A BLUE AND WHITE BOTTLE VASE SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG

the globular body rising from a short spreading foot to a tall waisted neck, finely painted in rich cobalt-blue tones with a composite floral scroll between a band of lappets and a frieze of pendent ruyi at the shoulder, the neck with plantain leaves above a key-fret border, further decorated with ruyi and a band of tumultuous waves around the mouthrim, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

The overall condition is very good with only some light surface scratches and minor glaze gaps on the interior.
"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."

Compare another example, sold in these rooms 23rd May 1978, lot 144 and now in the Hong Kong Museum of Art, included in the Museum's exhibition The Wonder of the Potter's Palette, 1984, cat. no. 96. See also an example in the Weishaupt Collection, illustrated in Avitabile, From the Dragon's Treasure, 1987, no. 87. For a Qianlong example, see lot 3243 in the current sale.