with a shallow gently curved cavetto rising from a short tapered foot to a flat everted rim, covered overall in a thick sky-blue glaze with a single dark-blue and purple splash to the interior, the glaze thinning to a translucent mushroom-brown at the edges, Japanese wood box (2)

There are a few chips to the foot, the largest measuring approx. 1 cm. Some light wear to the surface and minor firing imperfections.
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.