A BLUE AND WHITE 'LOTUS' MEIPING MING DYNASTY, 15TH/16TH CENTURY

the broad-shouldered tapering baluster body rising from a recessed base to a short narrow tapering neck with everted rolled rim, painted in rich heaped and piled cobalt-blue tones with a broad leafy lotus scroll band between lotus lappets at the base and tumultuous foaming waves at the shoulder

With the exception of a hairline crack to the mouth (approx.2cm); two small circular chips to the glaze at the foot; a tiny burst glaze bubble to the belly, another to the shoulder and a third to the mouth rim; two short firing cracks (approx 1cm and 0.4cm) to the body; an approx. 5cm firing crack to the base and pinhead size ironspots and light scratches to the glaze overall, this piece is in good condition.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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