A PAIR OF BLUE-GROUND FAMILLE-ROSE CONG VASES BY WANG XILIANG (b. 1922)

each with a tall rectangular body rising from a circular foot to a waisted neck with lipped rim, decorated to each face with a recessed rectangular panel variously painted with figural scenes in elaborate interiors and open landscapes, all reserved on a pale blue ground gilt-painted with floral sprays at the corners, the neck with a lappet band and the foot with a keyfret border, signed Shiliang with one seal of the artist on one side, the base with a gilt and iron-red seal mark reading Jingdezhen zhi (Made in Jingdezhen)

These vases are in good condition, but there is a firing crack running around virtually the entire area of the centre of the rim to one. There is also minor rubbing to some of the gilding and some small burst bubbles and iron spots to the glaze.
"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."