A PURPLE-SPLASHED 'JUN' JAR JIN / YUAN DYNASTY

the globular body supported on a short splayed foot, the short wide neck flanked by two loop handles, splashed on both sides with a rich purple on the pale blue glaze draining from the rim to reveal the russet body beneath and stopping irregularly above the foot to reveal the pale buff body

Christie's Hong Kong, 26th April 1999, lot 653. 

There is a crack to the rim, measuring approx. 2 cm. Some expected wear to the foot and minor firing imperfections, including a few glaze gaps to the body. The glaze is degraded to a slight matt surface with subsequent cleaning. The base with an ink character reading Biao.
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.