A LANGYAO BALUSTER VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

the slender body rising from a spreading foot to a waisted neck and flared rim, covered with a warm strawberry-red glaze, the color most intense at the shoulder and mellowing in streaks towards the blush-toned neck and foot, the interior and recessed foot with a fair blue-green glaze, a network of fine crazing throughout the glazes

There is an approx. 1 cm chip to glaze at the shoulder. There is an approx. 2.7 cm wide chip to the foot and a stained crack across the base. Some minor firing imperfections.
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.