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A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'BAJIXIANG' BOTTLE VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
the globular body surmounted by a tall waisted neck and flaring mouth, decorated to the body and neck with the eight Buddhist emblems divided by lotus blooms all borne on foliated meandering vines, the shoulders painted with a band of cresting waves, wood base
Condition
The vase is in overall good condition except for an old 1.5 cm chip to the exterior of the footrim. There are a few surface scratches and expected minor firing imperfections including pinholes, iron spots or burst air bubbles, more noticeable on the rim as visible on the photo and to the interior of the neck but overall the condition is good. The actual colour is consistent with the catalogue illustration.
"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."
"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."