A RARE WHITE 'MONK'S CAP' EWER INCISED WITH TIBETAN INSCRIPTION MING DYNASTY, YONGLE PERIOD

the globular body supported on a low splayed foot, with channeled spout flaring neck and stepped collar and a small loop inside for attachment to a cover, the curved strap handle with a ruyi-head tab, the tall neck, shoulder and area above the foot incised with lotus and lingzhi motifs, the center of the body incised with a long horizontal Tibetan inscription, the ewer is applied overall with a soft white glaze (tianbaiyou)

The sprout, the top section of the rim, and the handle have been restored and sprayed. The ruyi-head tab on top of the handle might be a replacement. There is a long underglaze crack around the foot rim.
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.

A very similar ewer was in the Meiyintang collection, sold Sotheby's Hong Kong, 9th October 2012, lot 10.

English translation of the inscription:

May there be peace and tranquility by day;

May there be peace and tranquility by night;

May there be peace and tranquility by noon;

Unceasing peace and tranquility at all times, day and night;

May the ‘Three Jewels’ (Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha) ensure peace and tranquility.