the cylindrical body rising from a short spreading foot to a short waisted neck with sharply inverted rim, painted around the exterior with three large cusped panels each enclosing one of the Star Gods, each reserved on their corresponding name written as a large two-character inscription and repeated on the neck above, the base with apocryphal Chenghua six-character mark in underglaze-blue

The vase is in good condition with the exception of a small area of loss to one side of the foot rim (approx. 0.5 x 10 cm), a small area of glaze restoration to the right of Luxing (approx. 9 x 2 cm), and fritting to the rim and foot. There are slight surface scratches, and minor firing imperfections including burst bubbles and iron spots.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."