A BLUE AND WHITE BRUSHPOT TRANSITIONAL PERIOD, CIRCA 1640

of slightly waisted cylindrical form, the exterior painted in underglaze-blue with a figure accompanied by a warrior and paying tribute to a crouching woodcutter, in the distance a bearded sage fishing by the banks, all set amongst a landscape with rocks, shrubs, willow trees and misty cloud scrolls, the foot and the rim incised with stylised floral and chevron borders

There is extensive fritting along the mouth rim of the brushpot. Aside from minor glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles, iron spots etc., the brushpot is in general very 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. 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."