Lot 3642
  • 3642

A BLUE AND WHITE 'LANDSCAPE' VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description

  • 44.3 cm, 17 3/8  in.
sturdily potted with a tall baluster body surmounted by a trumpet neck flaring at the rim, the body decorated with a continuous landscape scene and detailed with a recluse seated in a pavilion and looking out at the tranquil river, the neck bordered with a raised fillet and decorated with bands of dots, scrollwork and rectangular projections

Provenance

Collection of John Jacob Astor (1763-1848), thence by descent in the family.

Condition

Overall very good condition with occasional light scratches and original firing imperfections including pinholes and glaze pulls, as well as a glaze gap above the foot and a kiln flake to the inner footring.
"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."