Lot 342
  • 342

A SMALL BLUE AND WHITE 'FIGURAL' BOTTLE MING DYNASTY, TIANQI / CHONGZHEN PERIOD |

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Height 4 3/8  in., 11.1 cm
the globular body painted in inky cobalt tones with a deity and tiger traversing a garden of weeping willows, an attendant following with a picnic box, all beneath a band of pendent ruyi-heads, wood stopper, Japanese wood box (4)

Condition

In good general condition. Fritting and several shallow chips to the rim (the largest 0.5cm); a 0.7cm firing line to the inside of the mouth and a potting flaw to the lower neck. Other minute firing imperfections.
"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."