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A CELADON JADE 'MARRIAGE' BOWL QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
the deep rounded sides rising from a short spreading foot to a lipped rim, carved in high relief to the interior with a pair of goldfish, the exterior with a broad band enclosing the bajixiang and set at the rim with a pair of lotus handles suspending loose rings, the stone of pale celadon tone
Condition
This bowl is in good condition, with the exception of ivory-coloured speckles to the stone that are visible on the exterior and interior and concentrated to one side of the bowl; two hairline cracks (approx 6cm, 1cm) extending down from the rim near a handle to the foot; short scratches to the interior; a caramel-coloured inclusion to the foot and resultant flake (0.5cm); and very minor nibbles to the rim and foot.
"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."