the bulging rounded sides rising from a recessed base to a short waisted neck with an everted rim, freely painted in black and russet on a white slip to the body with three stylized floral sprays, below abstract scrolling motifs around the shoulder and a broad band with incised radiating wavy lines encircling below the neck, covered overall with a clear glaze, the base left unglazed revealing the gray stoneware body

There is fritting and an approx. 1 cm wide glaze flake to the rim. Some expected wear to the glaze and foot ring and minor firing imperfections, consistent with the type. The surface has been cleaned and polished.
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.