Lot 23
  • 23

Coupe aux "grains de riz", Iran, Kashan, XIIème siècle

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Céramique
  • 18.2cm. Height
de forme arrondie, la paroi verticale, reposant sur un piédouche évasé, en céramique siliceuse à décor ajouré, sous une glaçure blanche, la lèvre surlignée de bleu lapis, paire d'oiseaux en son centre ; plusieurs cassures restaurées

Condition

Severals breaks repaired, small areas of restoration, paint retouching and small scratches ; crackles to the glaze
"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."

Catalogue Note

Par leurs similitudes formelles et décoratives, ce type de production raffinée a souvent été comparé aux céramiques chinoises de la dynastie Song (X-XIIIème siècle).