A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE BALUSTER VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the rounded sides rising from a spreading foot to a waisted neck and flaring rim, painted in deep cobalt-blue tones depicting a figure standing in a sampan in a mountainous river landscape with retreats and a pagoda, below two branches of bamboo at the neck, the base with an artemesia leaf mark in underglaze-blue within a double circle

There is an area of restoration/spraying to the rim, which may only cover a small repaired chip. There are some minor iron spots to the glaze to the interior and exterior.
"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."