This rare vase is exceptionally finely potted and preserved in excellent condition. Light wear to the mouth rim from contact with its cover and typical chipping to root rim, most likely from kiln adhesions during the original firing. The cover similarly exquisite with only two minor flakes to the interior locator flange and a slight warp.
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