A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE BOWL MARK AND PERIOD OF JIAJING |

with straight rounded sides supported on a tapered foot decorated around the body with a bamboo, a prunus, a pine and a chrysanthemum tree, each with a gnarled trunk twisting to form a character, reading fu shou an kang (happiness, longevity, health and peace), the base with a six-character reign mark within double circles

Overall good condition with typical wear and light scratches to the interior. There are also firing imperfections such as a few glaze gaps, iron spots and some shrinkage in the glaze including a larger shrinkage in one area across the pine tree, and a few smaller ones by the bamboo.
"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."