A FAMILLE-VERTE 'FOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS' BASIN QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the heavily-potted body with straight sides rising from a recessed base to a broad slightly flaring rim, brightly enameled to the interior with a scene of scholars engaged in the 'four accomplishments'; painting, calligraphy, music and weiqi encircled at the rim by six shaped reserves of boys at play against alternating diaper grounds, jade-inlaid wood stand (2)

There are two chips to the rim, one which has been restored and the other which has been ground down. There is a firing flaw on the inside wall, and wear and some loss to the enamels mostly to 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.
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.