Lot 1703
  • 1703

A SLENDER BLUE AND WHITE 'MILITARY GENERAL' BALUSTER VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 17 1/2  in., 44.5 cm
the base with an apocryphal six-character Jiajing mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 20th June 1978, lot 5.
Sotheby Parke-Bernet, 18th June 1980, lot 468.

Condition

There is an approx. 1 cm wide infilled chip to the rim with an associated area of old overspray. Overall with expected wear and minor firing imperfections, consistent with age and type.
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.