the steep rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot to a wide everted mouth, painted with two underglaze blue magpies perched atop copper-red and white-slip modeled prunus blossom-laden branches, the base with an apocryphal six-character Chenghua mark

The glaze with hairline cracks and scratches throughout, as well as minor firing imperfections (including a few scattered burst glaze bubbles and two small firing lines to the exterior (approx. 5 mm each)). The footring with scattered shallow chips and frits to the underside.
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.