TWO COPPER-RED BOTTLE VASES QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |

the first with a globular body rising to a cylindrical neck and trumpeted mouth, covered with a strawberry tone glaze thinning below the rim, the second with a stout rounded body rising from a wide foot to a cylindrical neck, covered in a deep raspberry tone glaze thinning at the mouth (2)

Both in overall good condition with fine crackle to the glaze. Each with minor wear and firing imperfections, especially the at the foot of the larger vase from adherence to the kiln during firing.
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.