A FLAMBÉ-GLAZED HU-SHAPED VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the broad pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a waisted neck and flared rim, with two abstracted animal-form handles, the shoulder moulded with two bowstrings, covered in a deep red flambé glaze with purple suffusions to the lower part of the body, the rim and handles thinning to an off-white colour

The hu with a triangular area of glaze pull just below the rim above one handle. There is general wear to the glaze, particularly around the rim. The exterior with numerous minute glaze flakes across the surface, as characteristic of the glaze. There are shallow foot chips and minor glaze firing imperfections.
"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.
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