A BLUE AND WHITE STEM BOWL MING DYNASTY, JIAJING – WANLI PERIOD |

the rounded sides rising from a tall splayed stem, painted to the exterior with scholars engaged in various pursuits, including two appreciating a painting, one washing his hands in a large basin, the fourth seated holding a fan in his hand, a further three in a conversation, and the last resting amongst a pavilion, all set amidst a fenced garden with trees and rockwork, the foot skirted with a band of pendent lappets, similarly decorated to the interior with a central medallion enclosing a scholar seated in a fenced garden

In overall good condition. There are minor glaze pulls to where the body joins the foot and the lower foot, and some minor glaze firing imperfections.
"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."