A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON BALUSTER VASE MING DYNASTY

the bulbous body boldly carved with large peony blooms amidst broad curling leaves, above blades of grass rising from the tapered foot, the peony blossoms continuing to the neck between raised bands, covered overall in a crackled and bubble-suffused sea-green glaze, wood stand (2)

There are scattered iron spots to the rim edge, mouth, shoulders and body. There is a glazed over kiln grit to the rim edge. There is a glazed over star-shaped firing tear to the rim edge and a 'C'-shaped tear to the mouth. There are minor glaze chips to the shoulder and body. There are firing tears to the base. Chipped foot rim.
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 stat.mes nt made by Replica Shoes '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.