elegantly proportioned, the spherical body supported on a low, straight foot and rising to a tall tapering cylindrical neck, deftly incised with resplendent peony blossoms amidst radiating leaves all borne on meandering stems sweeping in large loops around the bulbous body, the incised lines cut at varying angles and depths enhancing the dynamism of the motif, a band of keyfret encircling the base of the neck beneath upright plantain leaves, the mouth with pendent ruyi heads suspended from a chevron band, covered overall in a pale celadon glaze pooling in the recesses, the base and interior glazed white

Marchant, London.

In overall good condition with minor surface wear. The glaze with crazing to the neck and the foot. With 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.