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a small 'longquan' celadon conical tea bowl Southern Song dynasty
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
flaring from a petite foot, the conical form displaying an unctuous blue-green glaze pooling to a deeper blue in the tiny interior well, the foot rim unglazed revealing the pale gray body burnt a caramel color in the firing
Condition
There is a shallow chip to the rim approximately 1/2 inch long. The foot rim with some wear and small chips. The glaze with minor wear. Inspected under UV light, revealing retouching the top of the foot, which is likely associated with retouched specks to the interior well.
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.