Lot 1032
  • 1032

A SMALL 'JUN' BOWL EARLY MING DYNASTY

Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
with deep rounded sides supported on a recessed base, the exterior covered overall with a mottled 'purple splash' glaze, thinning to orange at the rim, the interior and the base applied with a pale blue glaze suffused with crackles, the footring left unglazed revealing a pale orange burnt body

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 2nd May 2002, lot 602.

Condition

This bowl is in good overall condition. There is a minute air bubble to the rim.
"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."