AN YIXING STONEWARE TEAPOT AND COVER REPUBLICAN PERIOD, YANGHE SHUSHI MARK

with the globular body supported on a short foot, set with a short gently curved spout opposite a ear-shaped loop handle, the domed cover with a round finial, the base incised with a six-character inscription reading yanke qiewu liulian ('a good host knows when to stop'), followed by a studio mark Yanghe, the cover similarly inscribed with a four-character studio mark reading Yanghe shushi

The teapot with some minor nicks to the mouth rim and foot rim, as well to the rim of the spout. Two very faint firing lines near the handle. The cover with scattered chips to the rim and lip.
"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."