the raised central section rising from the splayed base to a flaring neck, with a central row of applied trigrams between a band of shou and ruyi, the base with applied magpie and prunus and an incised floral motif, the neck with an incised dedicatory inscription and the cyclical date

In mostly good condition but with a chip and scattered minute frits to the rim, minor manufacturing imperfections (including scattered small glaze gaps, minute iron spots, and minor firing tears (longest is to foot ring, approx. 6.5 cm). A seal is applied to the base.
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.

A closely related example was sold in these rooms, 28th September 1979, lot 275, and a similar but slightly smaller example was sold in our London rooms, 19th November 1974, lot 25.