A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE SLEEVE VASE, TRANSITIONAL PERIOD

of cylindrical form with waisted neck, the body finely painted with an official standing beneath a parasol, his attendants holding fans and banners to the side greeting a messenger bearing a gift, all within a fenced garden of rocks and plants, between incised borders and with a painted plantain leaf collar around the neck

Section around two thirds of waisted mouth restuck; rim chip approximately 4mm and smaller chips/frits; hairline crack around base of vase approximately 17 cm; mouth rim unglazed, possibly ground
"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."

Compare with a similarly decorated sleeve vase sold in our London rooms, November 9th 2005, Lot 290