Bol en grès émaillé Jizhou Dynastie Song

de forme conique, reposant sur un pied non-émaillé en léger retrait, les bords intérieurs soulignés d'un ressaut large et plat et le fond d'une dépression circulaire, recouvert d'une glaçure épaisse noire-brune mate, à décor d'un feuillage fleuri stylisé grisâtre à l'intérieur, coulures noires sur engobe brun à l'extérieur, restaurations, D.W. 1599

The x-ray reveals that there is a ca. 6x3cm wide piece that is broken out of the rim and broken into two pieces that were restored. There are scattered flakes to the rim that have been painted over. The unglazed base is inscribed with the inventory number D.W. 1599 in black. The bowl is stoutly potted, the glaze a darker and less reddish tone than the catalogue illustration suggests.
"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."