AN UNUSUAL BLUE AND WHITE 'PRECIOUS OBJECTS' BOX AND COVER WANLI MARK AND PERIOD

of circular outline, the top of the cover decorated with a 'flaming pearl' supported on a stylized blossom surrounded by blossoms supporting the 'Eight Precious Objects', the precious object motif repeated on the sides of the cover and box, six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle (2)

The box and cover in good condition overall. There is a glazed over firing chip to the rim with associated area of pooled glaze. There are many scattered burst air bubbles to the box and cover, two firing tears to the interior of the cover, and one to the interior rim of the box.
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.

A similar example was sold at Christie's New York, 22nd - 23rd March 2012, lot 1986.