A PAIR OF CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE BALUSTER VASES, QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

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A PAIR OF CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE BALUSTER VASES
QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each painted with scrolling foliage and blooming flowers
height 15 ⅝ in.; 39.8 cm

Condition Report:
As seen in the catalogue illustration, both lacking original covers. One vase in overall good condition, one with a frit to the shoulder measuring approx. 1 cm, and a small chip above the footring, both overall with minor firing imperfections and slight surface wear.

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.

Provenance:
The Collection of Monsieur Laurent Heliot

Property of a Lady, Sotheby's London, 20 March 1979, lot 20

The Collection of "The Locusts", Staatsburg, New York

Sotheby's New York, 16 October 1983, lot 70

Christie's New York, 23-24 January 2002, lot 28