A BLUE AND WHITE KENDI MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD

the body of globular form rising from a short straight base to a tall flaring neck and inverted rim, set at the shoulder with a mamiform spout, painted around the exterior in rich cobalt-blue tones with six rectangular panels variously enclosing flowers and auspicious emblems divided by thin geometric panels, all below a floral medallion and diaper collar, the neck with a stiff plantain leaf band 

The kendi is in good overall condition with the exception of heavy glaze scratching and rubbing around the body and swelling section of the neck, fritting around the swelling section of the neck, fritting to the rim, a 9mm., diam., flake to the edge of the rim, nibbles to the tip of the spout, a frit to the mamiform section of the spout, minor glaze firing imperfections and a short firing line to the base of the footring.
"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."