A LARGE PAIR OF FAMILLE-VERTE 'PHOENIX' JARS AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each stoutly potted of baluster form, well-painted with a pair of phoenix perched on rockwork issuing lavish leafy peony blooms, the fitted domed cover with pointed knop and painted with a pair of sparrows and further flowers emerging from rockwork, all boldly rendered in underglaze blue with iron-red, green, yellow, aubergine enamels and gilt, the flat base unglazed (4)

The jars and covers in overall good condition. One cover with a chip to the inner rim. There is an approximate 1 1/4 inch glaze flaw to the base of one vase. There is expected wear to the surface, the overglaze enamels and gilt as well as minor fritting to the rims.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.