A near-pair of large Chinese celadon porcelain vases
Early Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) or later
One marked to the underside in blue underglaze bearing the reign mark for Kangxi Period (1662-1722) within a double ring; one marked to the underside in blue underglaze bearing an honorific Chenghua Period (1465-1487) reign mark
Each with flared neck surmounting an inverted pear-shaped body, the exterior surfaces incised with vine and lotus scroll motifs and covered in an all-over gray green glaze, 2 pieces
Each: 30.25" H x 12.25" Dia.

Each overall good condition with shelf wear, scattered minor scuffs, scratches, and inherent firing flaws commensurate with age. As well, each with scattered pinholing and pinpoint oxidation to the glaze layer throughout. Scattered kiln and firing flaws throughout each. One vase appears to have areas of possible repair and retouching to the neck with some of the paint flaking off. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.