of meiping form with rounded shoulders above a tapering body, the elaborate surface pierced and skilfully carved with an ornate trellis bearing four blooms below the shoulders and surrounded by a lattice of foliated vines, the base carved with a four-character apocryphal Qianlong mark, the stone of an even white colour, spinach-green jade stand

The vase is in overall very good condition. There is some occasional typical nibbling or nicks along the edges including a couple of nicks and a small bruise to the edge of the foot ( approx. 0.7 cm). The green jade base is also in good condition. There is some expected minor nibbling or occasional insignificant nicks along the edges including a minute nick to the interior rim of the top stand.
"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."