A RARE BLACK-GLAZED VASE MING DYNASTY |

the compressed rounded sides rising to a sharply angled shoulder, the waisted neck with a broadly flaring rim, covered overall with a lustrous mottled black glaze falling short above the foot revealing the buff-colored stoneware body

In overall good condition with three old chips to the mouth rim, the largest approx. 1.5 cm wide. With potting flaws including asymmetry in the body and imperfect mouth rim. Kiln chips to the foot. The base with illegible pen markings.
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.

See a closely related vase illustrated in Warren E. Cox, The Book of Pottery and Porcelain, New York, 1944, rpt. 1945, vol. 1, p. 168, fig. 330.