painted on the cylindrical body with a lady offering a flower to her companion seated in a chair, a boy holding a fan beside them, the waisted neck painted with bamboo sprays

Acquired in Hong Kong, 1980s, and thence by descent.

In overall good condition with scattered minor burst bubbles and light wear around the body.
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.

Compare a famille-verte vase of similar form and size sold in these rooms, 19th March 2007, lot 152; and also three vases painted with similar figures of ladies, from the T. Y. Chao Collection, Part II, sold at Sotheby's Hong Kong, 19th May 1987, lot 304, and again in our rooms on 11th-12th September 2012, lot 69.