A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE OCTAGONAL VASES AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD

each with a spreading foot rising to a baluster body, painted with alternating vertical panels of retreats in mountainous river landscapes and peony and chrysanthemum amongst rockwork on an iron-red scroll ground with prunus and peony, below similar pomegranate and leaf-form panels at the neck, the domed covers similarly decorated below knopped finials, ornate European wood stands

One vase has a two cracks to the foot (4cm and 6cm). The other vase a 3cm by 2cm restoration to the foot to one corner. Both covers have been broken and restored and both finials have been re-attached. There is also crazing to the pale green enamel and some rubbing and loss to the white enamel throughout.
"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."