A DOUCAI 'LOTUS' VASE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

of pear form, the globular body rising to a slender neck and slightly flared mouth, the body enameled with a continuous lotus scroll above a band of lappets and a classic scroll border at the foot, and below ruyi and keyfret borders at the shoulder, the neck with a band of stylized upright stiff leaves formed by delicately scrolling lotus and linked by ruyi-form scrolls, with further ruyi and classic scroll borders encircling the mouth

In overall good condition with only minute firing imperfections (including very fine firing lines to the base evident under UV light), and minor expected wear to enamels and footring.
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.