JARDINIÈRE EN PORCELAINE BLEU BLANC DYNASTIE MING, XVIE-XVIIE SIÈCLE |

de forme rectangulaire, reposant sur quatre larges pieds ruyiformes, les côtés décorés de dragons à cing griffes pourchassant la perle enflammée parmi les nuées au dessus de flots tumultueux, les bords aplatis peints de frises de coisillons ornées de svastika ou de rosaces

One foot with a chip to the interior (approx. 3.3 x 1.4 cm); another foot has restoration to the area joining the body of the jardinière; a third foot was broken into several pieces and restored, with associated over-spray, glaze losses and chips(the largest approx. 3.4 x 2.1 cm). There is a coat of black pigment applied to the base. There are general wear and scratches to the vessel, as well as firing imperfections throughout including glaze lines and numerous tiny glaze pulls.
"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."