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A PAIR OF 'GUAN'-TYPE ARCHAISTIC VASES, CONG TONGZHI MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
each of tall rectangular shape and square section, the facets molded with the bagua (Eight Trigrams), supported on a short flared foot, all below the gently curved neck and lipped rim, suffused with a thick crackled light-blue glaze, six-character mark in underglaze-blue to the base (2)
Condition
Both vases have been drilled (1/2 inch diameter) through the center of the bases and center of the marks. One has a 1/4 inch chip to one of the shoulder corners. The other vase with a black glaze line approximately 3 inches on the base. The same vase also with a bruise on the inside of the rim, and a possible associated hairline running down the exterior neck, with a small burst air bubble on the rim. In otherwise good condition. The vases are a more celadon color than the catalogue image suggests.
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.