A SMALL BLUE AND WHITE JAR MARK AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG

well potted of ovoid form with rounded swelling sides rising at an angle from a low recessed foot to broad shoulders and a short tapered neck, finely decorated around the exterior in shades of cobalt with a continuous scroll of lotus borne on a meandering foliate stem, between a row of overlapping petals encircling the base and a band of pendent ruyi collaring the neck, the rim and foot picked out with a 'classic' scroll within double-line borders, the recessed base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark within double circles

The jar is overall in very 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."