RARE ET GRANDE VASQUE EN BRONZE DORÉ ET ÉMAUX CLOISONNÉS DYNASTIE QING, ÉPOQUE JIAQING |

la panse globulaire bordée d'épais bords ourlés, l'extérieur décoré de quatre médaillons, chacun abritant daims et grues, pies parmi des rameaux fleuris, insectes dans des branchages, en réserve sur un fond bleu turquoise intense parcouru de dragons kui et de chauve-souris parmi des rinceaux fleuris

There is a ca 10 x 14 cm large dent outside the well. There is pitting associated with tiny losses to the enamels, associated with very few minor filled in areas.There is wear to the gilding.
"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."

A similarly large gilt-bronze and cloisonné enamel fishbowl was sold in our Paris salerooms, 10th June 2014, lot 79.