清十八世紀 青花山水圖觀音瓶

the body rising from a short spreading foot to an angled shoulder and tall waisted neck, painted in rich cobalt-blue tones around the body with broad landscape bands divided by a band of cusped floral panels reserved on a trellis ground

A semi-circular break from the rim to the shoulders and the middle of the neck to one side has been restored badly. There are scratches to the middle of the body throughout. There are burst bubbles and iron spots in various areas, and minor glaze shrinkage to the neck.
"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."