A BLUE AND WHITE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

painted on the exterior with two ducks swimming amongst flowering lotus plants, below a butterfly in flight, the central circular recess to base glazed

Nathan Bentz & Co., California (according to label).
The Chrysler Museum of Art, Michigan.

There are scattered burst air bubbles, minor fritting, stained craze lines and staining to the rim. There are scratches, wear and minor burst air bubbles to the interior and exterior. Overall in 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.
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.