- 1407
A 'CIZHOU' PAINTED MEIPING YUAN / MING DYNASTY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Height 11 1/4 in., 28.5 cm
decorated with two lozenge-shaped panels, one enclosing two cranes in a landscape with a gnarled overhanging pine tree, the other containing a boy holding a floral sprig
Provenance
Collection of Mrs. Charles Porter Wilson.
Warren E. Cox New York.
Warren E. Cox New York.
Literature
Warren E. Cox, The book of Pottery and Porcelain, New York, 1944, rpt. 1945, vol. 1, p. 205, fig. 382.
Condition
The meiping is in good overall condition. There is a small chip to the mouth rim and scattered small chips to the foot. There is expected wear overall and minor potting and glaze flaws consistent with age and type. The surface has been cleaned and lightly polished.
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.