A CHINESE CELADON-GLAZED GARDEN SEAT MING DYNASTY

of barrel shape, the body carved with four lotus flower roundels reserved on a diaper ground, the seat carved with overlapping petals on the side and a lotus flower roundel on the top, covered overall with an even olive-green glaze.

There is a T-shaped hairline crack on the body, the horizontal line is one inch from the top that runs for 8 in. and the vertical hairline crack runs towards the base for 14 in. There is overall discolored craquelure and cracking on the upper portion of the body on the interior and exterior. There is a 7 1/2 in. horizontal hairline crack above the foot. The glaze on the top has slightly worn. There is a chip on the raised rim edge of the seat.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.