A FAMILLE-VERTE ROULEAU VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of cylindrical form, the canted shoulder rising to a tall neck and galleried rim, well-painted with a continuous scene of four musicians, playing the pipa, sheng, castanets and clapper, performing for a seated dignitary attended to by boys serving tea in an open garden pavilion with a landscape-painted folding screen behind, the shoulder with reserves of bamboo and florets on a green diaper ground, the neck with a rustic pavilion amongst trees

An impact to the mouth rim has resulted in two cracks, one with small losses along its length.
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.