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A SMALL 'LONGQUAN' 'GUAN'-TYPE MALLET VASE SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 5 5/8 in., 14.2 cm
the cylindrical body tapering slightly towards the recessed base and surmounted by a tall columnar neck set with a wide everted rim, covered overall in an even grayish-celadon glaze, save for the foot ring left unglazed revealing the dark gray body
Condition
There is restoration to approx. 1/2 of the rim, and some expected minor firing imperfection.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
See a closely related 'Longquan' Guan-type mallet vase of slightly larger size, from the collection of H.W. Lycett Green and Mrs. O. Harriman, sold in our London rooms, 7th November 2012, lot 227. Compare also a 'Longquan' celadon-glazed example of similar size sold at Christie's London, 15th May 2018, lot 65.