AN UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND COPPER-RED POMEGRANATE-SHAPED VASE QING DYNASTY

of almost spherical shape rising to a waisted neck, the lobed mouth resembling the calyx, painted under the pale celadon glaze with a flowering peony growing from behind a garden rock, surrounded by bamboo and grasses, the foot ring coated with an iron-wash

The mouth rim has an approximately 1.8 cm long lacquer repair, two small glaze gaps and some pin prick sized burst bubbles. There are three polished chips to the inner foot ring.
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.