A PURPLE-GLAZED 'JUN' NARCISSUS BOWL MING DYNASTY

of stoutly potted circular section, the rounded sides supported on tripod ruyi-shaped feet, encircled by a band of studs repeated between raised ribs on the slightly incurved rim, applied with a rich finely speckled purple glaze to the exterior thinning on the raised details and on the feet, the purple glaze on the interior with a milky-lavender tinge and several 'worm tracks', the base incised with the Chinese character liu (six) and encircled around the footrim by numerous spur marks

The bowl has been broken into two halves, the crack running across the centre of the bowl (visible both interior and exterior) has now been filled. There are 20 circular spur marks to the base of the bowl. There are a 0.5 x 0.5cm burst glaze bubble and a 3cm scratch to the interior, minor repainted glaze chips (circa 0.5 x 0.2cm) to one of the studs at the top, and other smaller burst glaze bubbles.
"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."