A RARE BLUE AND WHITE AND ENAMELLED VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the tapering baluster body rising from a recessed base to a waisted neck with inverted rim, painted in rich cobalt-blue tones around the exterior with a fisherman in a river landscape, with sections of the foliage and mountains highlighted in red and green enamel, the neck with floral sprays and all within narrow lappet, dentil and chevron bands, the base with an artemisia leaf within a double circle

Acquired in 1957.

There is a shallow chip (2.5x0.4cm) to the interior of the rim. The foot has a multi-branched hairline crack covered in yellow overspray. There is a circular kiln flaw to the shoulder. The base with patches of light brown from the firing. Other minor glaze firing imperfections.
"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."