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of quadrilobed section, raised on a tall splayed foot, enameled to the interior with a central cartouche enclosing a scene depicting two female immortals steering a tree trunk raft through tumultuous waves, framed by a border of butterflies amidst scattered floral sprays at the rim, the exterior with fruiting peach sprigs and four bats suspending beribboned coins, all above crashing waves, rocky outcrops and lingzhi at the foot, the base with a six-character seal mark in iron-red

In overall good condition, with light wear to the gilding and enamels, as visible, and with scattered minor 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.
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.