A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE OVOID JAR QING DYNASTY, SHUNZHI/ EARLY KANGXI PERIOD

the rounded sides rising to a short waisted neck, painted with a continuous scene of officials with attendants in a garden, in a mountainous river landscape with retreats, bordered with swirling clouds, below a band of ascending leaves at the neck, European gilt-wood stand 

The jar is in good condition overall, with the exception of four sets of hairline star cracks to the interior and considerable firing imperfections, including a firing line along the luting, extensive rim fritting, and pinpricks and short firing cracks to the interior.
"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."