A MOLDED AND ENAMELED PORCELAIN SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY

of compressed ovoid form, molded with a continuous display of the 'hundred antiques' over a carved white-glazed leiwen ground, the base with iron-red four-character seal-script mark Daqing XX in a square, stopper (2)

Robert Hall, London, 1985.

There is restoration to the rim, as well as to the foot with an associated hairline crack extending upwards from the foot ring. Overall wear to the enamels with some minor touch-ups.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.