A BLUE AND WHITE JAR MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD

robustly potted, with the ovoid body rising to a waisted neck with lipped rim, the exterior painted in bright tones of cobalt-blue with four oval cartouches enclosing figures amongst landscapes, all reserved on floral blooms borne on meandering leafy scrolls, the neck and the foot encircled by stylised floral sprays

An English Private Collection.

The jar is in good condition with the exception of an 11cm., horizontal hairline body crack to the neck, retouching to fritting at the rim, minor glaze firing imperfections including burst glaze bubbles, glaze pin holes, iron-spots, glaze pulls and blisters, and light 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."