A PAIR OF SANG-DE-BOEUF GLAZED PEAR-SHAPED BOTTLE VASES, YUHUCHUNPING TONGZHI MARKS AND PERIOD

each with a pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a trumpet neck, the exterior covered in an even liver-red glaze, the interior and base glazed white, inscribed to the base with a six-character reign mark

Collection of E.G. Washburn (according to label).

The one vase has over-painting to the inside of the mouth and to approximately half of the upper neck and a burst glaze bubble to the middle of the body; the other has a 2cm., hairline rim crack and misfiring to the glaze at the lower body and foot. It should be noted that the glaze is of a slightly less vivid red tone than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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."