A CELADON-GLAZED ‘MELON’ WALL VASE QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

modelled in the form of a large lobed melon with an adjacent smaller melon, borne on curling tendrils issuing vine leaves, decorated in low-relief with a butterfly near the bottom, covered overall in a pale celadon glaze pooling at the recessed areas, the reverse with a four-character seal mark

Thre is a small area of restoration to the bud beside one leaf to one end. There is also a 2cm long glaze crack to the top surface and another 2cm one to the side. There is two other areas of discolouration to the top and some wear to 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. 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."