A BLUE AND WHITE 'LONGEVITY' BOWL MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD |

the rounded sides rising from a slightly splayed foot to a flared rim, painted to the exterior with two herds of deer beneath a peach tree and a turtle in a river landscape, the interior with a central medallion enclosing a fruiting peach tree, its trunk twisted and bent to form a shou character,  the base inscribed with the four-character mark fugui jiaqi (beautiful vessel for the rich and honourable)

Sotheby's London, 28th November 1978, lot 61.

This bowl is in generally good condition, with the exception of some firing imperfections throughout, including tiny burst bubbles and glaze pulls, a short glaze line (approx. 0.3 cm) to the rim. There also some very minor chips to the rim and footrim and light wear to the surface.
"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."