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of archaistic fanggu shape, cast with a splayed foot rising to a wide trumpet neck, the exterior cast with archaistic cicada lappets radiating from the central band detailed with archaistic floral designs against a leiwen ground, the base cast with four-character Da Ming Yuannian mark ('first year of the Ming Dynasty'), the surface of an attractive variegated brown colour

there are tiny chips to the mouth. 0.1cm hole to the central body. Other general nicks and surface wear.
"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."