Lot 706
  • 706

A WHITE-GLAZED INCISED VASE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

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of ovoid shape rising to a lipped rim, the body engraved with a continuous foliate meander of lotus flowers borne on undulating leafy stems, set between bands of ruyi and keyfret around the shoulder and upright lappets encircling the base, all under a white glaze of faint bluish tint

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 26th November 1981, lot 667.

Condition

The vase is in overall good condition. There is a slight bruise to the inner foot ring. The surface with some scattered, fine, pin prick glaze bubbles, and wear consistent with age and use.
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.