Lot 11
  • 11

A BLUE AND WHITE 'POMEGRANATE' EWER MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • cramic
the rounded body with a shaped area revealing the moulded 'seeds', painted with scrolling arabesques, with leaves applied to the outward-curved spout, with a band of ascending leaves at the waisted neck below the flared star-formed rim, later wood cover

Condition

The ewer is in good condition but has a very small shallow glaze chip to one section of the rim and two small chips to the spout
"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."