A CARVED 'QINGBAI' 'MALLOW' DISH SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY

the shallow dish with wide curved hexalobed sides and an everted mouth, the interior well carved with a lotus and pod spray, surrounded by finely combed 'mallow' petals, the exterior with carved wave-like patterns articulating the distinct petals, covered overall with a pale-blue glaze pooling in the recesses of the carving, all supported on a low finely pared foot rim, the base unglazed revealing the pale body

Overall good condition. There is a small 3/8 inch area of grittiness and burst air bubbles on the rim edge, and a small grayish iron spot on the upper surface approx an inch and a quarter in from the rim.
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.