A KUBACHI POTTERY DISH WITH PEACOCK, PERSIA, SAFAVID, EARLY 17TH CENTURY |

of shallow form with wide everted rim, decorated in blue, green, and bole beige and red with dark green outlines, featuring a peacock surrounded by a floral branch, rim with leafy sprays, exterior plain with two lines framing the foot

In good condition, intact, the colours strong, light craquelure throughout the glaze to interior and exterior, two sections with overpainting to glaze, some abrasion along rim, firing bubble near foot, one drill hole to foot and one which has broken, as viewed.
"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."