Lot 563
  • 563

A WHITE-GLAZED JAR AND COVER JIN DYNASTY

Estimate
500 - 750 GBP
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Description

the gently curved and fluted sides rising from a short spreading foot to an angled shoulder and short tapering neck, the concave cover surmounted by a floral knop, covered overall in a transparent straw-coloured glaze

Literature

Bo Gyllensvard, Chinese Ceramics in the Carl Kempe Collection, Stockholm, 1964, pl. 396.

Condition

There is a restored area to the interior and associated exterior below the shoulder where a star-crack is visible and the restoration is slightly discolored. The cover has a restored chip on the rim, approximately 1.5 cm. Minor chips on the underside of the cover. In otherwise good condition.
"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."