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A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON TRIPOD CENSER YUAN/EARLY MING DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
the body of compressed globular form raised on three taotie-mask feet, carved around the exterior with the Ba Gua between bands of raised bosses, covered overall with an even olive-green glaze save for the interior carved in the biscuit with a leafy floral medallion, the base with an unglazed ring burnt orange in the firing
Provenance
Collection of Carraro Rizzoli
Condition
The censer is in good overall condition with the exception of a small glaze-pull to the rim, a small misfired blister to the rim, minor glaze firing imperfections to the interior including iron-spots, glaze pulls and burst glaze bubbles, glaze scartches (predominantly to the rim), and light flaking around the concave unfired base.
"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."
"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."