A FAMILLE-VERTE JARDINIERE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the deep rounded sides rising from a short spreading foot to an everted foliate rim, painted and gilt to each of the six sides with a large rectangular panel enclosing birds amidst floral sprays, the foot pierced with ruyi-shaped panels reserved on a dense foliate ground and the rim with leaf-shaped panels enclosing flowers and insects reserved on a dense floral ground

This brightly enamelled jardinière is in good condition with the exception of restoration to a V-shaped firing crack and possible break to one of the indented corners of the rim with over-painting extending 13cm., down the exterior of the body, a restoration to another indented corners with over-painting to circa 7cm., of the underside of the rim, restoration to another indented corner with over-painting extending in a V-shape circa 8cm., down the exterior of the vessel and some further minor rim frit restorations.
"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."