the steep rounded sides rising from a circular foot to an everted rim, painted to the exterior with six beauties in a bamboo fenced garden of asters below a flowering tree, the reverse with a poetic inscription, the base pierced with a circular aperture

There is an approx. 4-cm star crack to the interior wall. There is expected wear to the surface (including some losses to the enamel, surface abrasion, small chips to the rim, and light discoloration toward the base) and minor firing imperfections, all as illustrated.
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.