AN ENAMELLED YIXING TEAPOT AND COVER QING DYNASTY

of squat compressed form, the loop handle and short spout painted blue, the body divided and carrying scenes of flowers and vines on a yellow enamel ground, all below a white ruyi-lappet border, the cover painted with similar designs and a flattened blue knop, impressed with an apocryphal six-character mark on the underside

There are some chips or flakes to the interior rim of the cover, the longest 1.5 cm. The enamels are somewhat tarnished and soiled, with some minute gaps and expected firing imperfections. There is some general surface wear and dirt accretion as visible on the photo, but overall the teapot is in good condition. The actual colour is close, if not slightly warmer compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."