A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'LOTUS' BOWL JIAJING MARK AND PERIOD

painted around the body in bright blue with a continuous band of lotus flowers issuing from leafy scrolls, between a double line encircling the rim and base, the interior with plain sides and a large medallion enclosing four lotus flowers, all within a double line border repeated at the rim

There is fine fritting of the glaze almost entirely around the rim edge. There is also a 3/8 inch long firing tear in the rim edge. There is a 1 inch by 1 inch unglazed patch of body just beneath the rim on the exterior which has fired to an orange color. There are also four further much smaller unglazed areas on the exterior which show orange, again where the glaze has not run fully. Otherwise in good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.