A BLUE AND WHITE VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the globular body rising from a spreading foot to a tall cylindrical neck, painted with three ladies each holding a ruyi sceptre and a female attendant holding a fan, all set amidst a terraced garden with a large pavilion, the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark

The vase is in very good condition with the exception of a tiny glaze flake to the bottom edge of the foot, minor glaze firing imperfections including iron-spots, glaze pinholes and light glaze scratches. It should be noted the blue is of a slightly softer tone than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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."