A QINGBAI EWER NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY

the ovoid body incised and divided into six sections and set with a slender curving spout opposite a strap handle, surmounted by a tall neck rising to a flaring rim, covered overall in a transparent glaze slightly tinged to blue

The ewer is in overall good condition. There is a small chip to the tip of the spout and to the underside of the rim. There is a firing crack and possibly a small flake to the glaze on the join of the strap handle to the body which appears to have been stabilised.
"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."

The Japanese wood box was inscribed by Tadanari Mitsuoka (1907-94).