A FINE AND RARE GUAN-TYPE VASE, HU SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG |

of archaistic hu form, well potted with a bulbous pear-shaped body elegantly rising from a splayed foot to a waisted neck and gently flaring rim, set with two stylised turtledove-shaped loop handles (jiu) suspending mock rings interrupted by a subtle thin raised fillet bordering the neck, covered overall save for the unglazed footring with a pale caesius-coloured glaze suffused with a fine matrix of colourless and russet crackles, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark, wood stand

Overall very good condition. The unglazed footring has an original shallow kiln flake.
"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.
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