A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT LOBED BALUSTER VASES AND COVERS, QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

possibly later enameled, each of quatrefoil section, the heavily potted body rising from a tall foot to a rounded shoulder and upright lobed neck with a lipped rim, later-enameled in the famille-verte palette and gilt with blossoming peony and prunus between decorative bands at the foot and shoulder, the quatrefoil domed cover similarly decorated and surmounted by a bud-shaped knop

Sotheby's New York, March 16-17, 1981, lot 466

Both covers restored, and the neck of one vase also restored. The decoration on both vases overpainted except for the gilding, and both vases with firing imperfections and wear to the surface, ans well as fritting and chips. They both lean slightly to one side.
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.