A LARGE FAHUA JAR MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY

of  broad baluster form, the exterior finely slip-decorated, incised and brightly glazed in aubergine, yellow and turquoise depicting scholars and attendants in a garden beside pine trees amidst cloud scrolls in a mountainous landscape, all reserved on a rich dark blue ground, all between a lotus-lappet band at the waisted base and a bajixiang-filled ruyi collar at the broad shoulder, the interior glazed green, later pierced domed zitan cover and stand

This richly glazed jar is in fair overall condition with the exception of complete loss of the neck and the rim, minor glaze firing imperfections and glaze scratches.
"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."