A BLUE AND WHITE 'MAGIC FOUNTAIN' EWER JIAJING MARK AND PERIOD

the tall spreading base rising to a flattened pear-shaped body, the tall hexagonal serpentine spout and looping bracket handle applied with a lug, painted with breaking waves around the spreading base and a qilin supporting the basin of a fountain issuing water from phoenix and dragon-head spouts, below plantain leaves around the flaring neck, the spout with auspicious lozenges and flame-scrolls and the handle with floral motifs

This ewer has restoration to the the spout (the last 4.5cm) and to the spout support. There is also an area of restoration to the clasp at the top of the handle. There is a firing crack (2cm) where the handle meets the body. There are some iron spots and burst bubbles to the glaze to the interior rim and neck and to the underside of the base.
"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."