the body of bell form rising from a splayed foot to a garlic-bulb neck and a cup-shaped mouth, painted in cobalt blue with foliate and floral motifs, the garlic neck decorated with a trellis diaper band below a stiff leaf band below the mouth with further flowers and lozenges, the base with an apocryphal six-character Chenghua mark surrounded by two green leaves, enamels possibly later added in Europe

In overall good condition with minor surface wear 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.