A RARE BLUE AND WHITE TULIPIERE BASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

after a Dutch Delft shape, the square pear-shaped body set with four flower holders supported on lion paw feet divided by birds, all supported on a waisted square plinth set on four short feet, painted to each side with cherubin alternately standing surrounded by flowers and on a terrace

Gustav and Herman Lindberg Collection.

The base is in good condition with the exception of fritting around the rims of the spouts, two small glaze chips to the rim of the pedestal and further loss of glaze and chipping to one corner (approximately 2 x 1.5cm., triangular section), a small chip to the rim of the top section, and some minor glaze firing imperfections including glaze pulls.
"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."

This tulipiere is modelled after a Dutch Delft original by Adriaen Koex (fl. 1686-1701) director of the De Grieksche A factory.