明十六世紀 琺華蓮塘紋罐

of compressed globular form, rising from a thick foot to a short neck with a metal rim, molded in high relief around the body with a continuous scene of a lotus pond beneath a band of waves around the shoulder, all picked out in turquoise, yellow and white, reserved on a rich indigo ground, the pierced wood cover with a jade finial, wood stand (3)

The neck and rim of the jar has been cut down and fitted with a later silver metal mount. The center of the base has been drilled and later filled, with a minor haircrack running from the drilled hole to the foot. There are some small chips around the edge of the base and the underside of the foot has been polished on one side. There are some ;typical scattered minor chips and burst airbubbles to the surface of the glaze overall.
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.