the globular body rising to a waisted cylindrical neck and flared mouth, enameled on the unglazed biscuit in black and gray with a pair of qilin amidst scrolled clouds, flames, and books on the body, the neck encircled by a writhing dragon above cresting waves above a fine scroll pattern band along the shoulder, the base bearing an apocryphal Xuande mark

Acquired in Budapest, 1946.

With a restored U-form break to the mouth rim and minor firing imperfections including 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.
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.