Lot 1399
  • 1399

TWO CELADON-GLAZED WARES SONG DYNASTY |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Diameter of larger 5 7/8  in., 15 cm
the first, a 'Yaozhou' bowl, the interior carved with a lotus spray within a combed wave band, the exterior plain; the second, a 'Longquan' dish, the interior applied with a pair of sprig-molded fish (2)

Provenance

The Yaozhou bowl:
Collection of John B. Vincent, acquired in Beijing between 1946-1948. The Longquan dish:
Collection of Russell M. Dickson.
Jadestone Gallery, Portland, 2006.

Condition

Longuan dish - warped, a one and a half inch section of the footrihng has been chipped and lightly polished. Some kiln grit adhering to the interior. Yaozhou bowl - has a long haircrack and an associated 2 inch by 1/2 inch section of the rim broken out and restuck . Two further short haircracks 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.
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