A 'SHIWAN' JARDINIERE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |

the flaring body molded with three raised horizontal ribs and surmounted by an everted lipped rim, covered overall with a predominantly sky-blue Jun-style glaze splashed with purple, red, and green hues, the biscuit foot and base burnt orange from firing, the base with three small apertures

Christie's New York, 1st December 1994, lot 374.

Overspray and over-paint have been applied around the rim, to the upper section of the interior, and to much of the exterior, perhaps concealing underlying flaws. The paint and overspray are flaking in some areas.
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.