A 'WUCAI' BALUSTER JAR AND COVER TRANSITIONAL PERIOD

the baluster-shaped body decorated with four rectangular panels enclosing leafy floral branches including chrysanthemum, prunus and peony issuing from pierced rocks, each framed by large ruyi heads and reserved on a trellis diaper ground, the shoulder set with six green mask loop handles above scrolling peonies, encircled around the neck with upright pointed motifs and the foot with lappets, the domed cover with radiating cloud scrolls topped by a finial in the shape of a recumbent Buddhist lion

Collection of the Hon. Mrs Nellie Ionides.

Ionides Familly Collection.

This brightly decorated jar and cover are in very good overall condition with the exception of a 5cm., crescent-shaped repair to the rim of the cover, and minor glaze firing imperfections including three short firing hairlines to the base, iron-spot glaze impurities, burst glaze bubbles and minor glaze scratches.
"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."