A PAIR OF LARGE CHINESE FAMILLE-ROSE JARDINIERES, LATE QING DYNASTY / 20TH CENTURY |

the bell-shaped body boldly painted in brilliant enamels with massive peonies blossoming in shades of fuchsia, lavender, turquoise, and iron-red surrounded by lush foliage, rockwork, and butterflies, a circular aperture at the base, wood stands, 4 pieces

One jardiniere with a restored chip to the rim with associated overpaint, and the other with frits to the interior of the mouth restored, and also with a further firing line extending from the aperture at the base up the side of the foot. Restoration has now yellowed and flaking. Both with minor firing imperfections and surface wear. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.