A CELADON-GLAZED BARREL-SHAPED JAR SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

of ovoid form with a flat incurved rim, moulded in relief with a pair of animal-head handles suspending mock rings with horizontal rows of bosses encircling the shoulders and base, covered in an even glaze of bluish-green tone continuing over the flat rim and falling short of the footring, the countersunk base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 17th May 1989, lot 193. 

The vase is in overall good condition with surface wear to the mouth, foot and the tips of the raised bosses as well as the nose of the mythical beast masks.
"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."

A pair of Qianlong jars of this form is illustrated in Chinese Celadons and Other Related Wares in Southeast Asia, Southeast Asian Ceramic Society, Singapore, 1979 pl. 224, now. 271 and 272, and another jar from the Edward T. Chow Collection was sold in these rooms 25th November, 1980, lot 96.