A BLUE AND WHITE 'LANDSCAPE' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

of waisted cylindrical form with a wide flaring rim, painted to the exterior in underglaze-blue with a landscape of mountains by the riverbanks with distant figures and simple huts and pavilions, all framed above and below by chevron borders, the base inscribed with a four-character mark reading Jun Shunpeng zhi ('made by Jun Shunpeng')

In very good general condition. A faint firing crack and possible associated burst air bubbles to the base, the firing crack visible across the mark. MInor firing imperfections and wear.
"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."