清乾隆 仿官釉八方尊 《大清乾隆年製》款

sturdily potted with four main sides interrupted by four chamferred corners, the facetted sides rising from a splayed foot to a broad angular shoulder and splayed neck, covered overall save for the footring with a translucent pale sky-blue glaze suffused with a dense network of golden crackles, the footring dressed with a brown wash, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark

It is in overall very good condition. The colour is slightly uneven with occasional darker spots.
"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."