A BLUE-GLAZED VASE MARK AND PERIOD OF GUANGXU

of archaistic cong form, the rectangular body flanked by a pair of elephant-head handles suspending mock rings, covered overall with a lavender-blue glaze, the base with an underglaze-blue six-character reign mark

The vase is in overall good condition. There is a crackle in the glaze encircling the neck that developed at the luting line between the body and the neck. There is a minute nick to one of the upper corners and a tiny bruise in the glaze to one of the elephant-head handles. The actual colour is slightly paler when compared to 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."