A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE ‘LANDSCAPE’ JAR AND COVER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of baluster form, painted with landscape roundels reserved on a ground of peony scroll between ruyi and petal-shaped lappet bands, all below a chevron band and a floral scroll around the neck, the domed cover similarly decorated and surmounted by a Buddhist lion finial

There is a 14cm vertical crack to the side of the vase and two shallow chips to the foot (2cm by 1cm and 1cm by 5mm) and a frit to the foot that has run into a glaze crack (approx 1cm by 1cm). There is some fritting and glaze chips to the rim. There are two areas of restoration to the rim of the cover (11cm by 1cm and 8cm by 1cm) and the lion finial has been restuck and has some restoration to its hind quarters.
"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."