A BLUE AND WHITE 'KRAAK' BOTTLE VASE MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY

of Middle Eastern metal form, the pear-shaped body alternately ribbed and lobed, surmounted by a tall neck flaring at the rim, the body painted in cobalt-blue tones with panels each enclosing a chilong and lingzhi amongst stylised scrolls, all below a band of lappets at the shoulder, the neck with diaper, plantain and geometric bands

The neck is cut and trimmed, as seen in the interrupted plantain leaf tips. There is a 1.5c hairline to the rim and another 1.5cm hairline adjacent to it. Other minor glaze firing imperfections include minor glaze chips, burst glaze bubbles, and slightly bubbly glaze especially to the shoulder and the lower part of the bottle vase.
"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."