A BLUE AND WHITE LOTUS FLOWER JAR MING DYNASTY, JIAJING PERIOD

robustly potted, painted with a wide band of a meandering stem sprouting alternating large single and paired lotus flowers, together with large pads and trefoil leaves, skirted around the waisted foot by a border of stylised lappets, all below a band of peony scrolls around the shoulder and detached ruyi emblems tied with ribbons collaring the short flared neck

Apart from a slightly warped neck, as 8 mm burst bubble on the mouthrim, light scratches to glaze surface and kiln grit on the body and the overall condition is quite good.
"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.
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