FIVE CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN FAMILLE-VERTE AND FAMILLE-ROSE VASES, MOUNTED AS LAMPS QING DYNASTY

comprising a famille-verte vase with figures between yellow and green trellis borders, late 19th/early 20th century, a famille-verte baluster vase, early 20th century, a famille-verte vase with figures above a lappet border, late 19th /early 20th century, a famille-rose vase and cover, 18th century, a famille-rose cylindrical vase, 19th century.

The famille-verte vase with figures between yellow and green trellis borders has minor fritting around rim edge and chips around the foot. The famille-verte baluster vase is in good condition. The famille-verte with figures above a lappet border has a burst air bubble to the shoulder and enamel loss to the robe of one figure. Otherwise, in good condition. The famille-rose vase and cover - the jar and cover are glued together. The cover has two chips to the rim edge. The body has a 9 in. hairline crack running from the rim edge and a minor glaze flake to one leaf. The famille-rose cylindrical vase has two vertical approximately 3 in. hairline cracks in the middle of the body above the peaches. There is minor loss to the enamels. All vases have been drilled through the base.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.