the ovoid body rising from a splayed foot to a waisted neck and flared mouth rim, boldly painted with a pair of deer emerging from an enclave of pine, bamboo, rockwork and lingzhi, a crane in flight amidst scrolled clouds above, the base inscribed with an apocryphal six-character Chenghua mark

赫伯特·胡佛（1874-1964）伉儷收藏，此後家族傳承
艾倫·胡佛（1907-1993）伉儷收藏
Chait Galleries，紐約
Benno Schmidt, Sr 收藏，此後家族傳承

In overall good condition, except for a small frit above the foot. Some expected light wear to the glaze and foot ring and minor firing imperfections, including some tiny kiln specks to the glaze. The base with old collection labels and a blue marking 'Hoover 019'.
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.