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A CARVED 'YAOZHOU' BOWL SONG DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- stoneware
the conical sides rising from a slightly spreading foot to a lipped rim, freely carved to the interior with a flying goose clutching a leafy sprig in its beak, all encircled by meandering leafy scrolls, covered overall with a transparent olive-green glaze suffused with a network of crackle
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 24th January 1947, lot 222.
Bluett & Sons, London, 1949.
Collection of W.S. Till.
Condition
An old chip to the outer foot ring, measuring approximately 8mm by 2mm with associated shallow losses. Some kiln grit adhered to base and shallow glaze flakesand pulls surrounding the foot ring. The glaze with a buff network of crackle all over. Inscribed 'WST' to the unglazed base; with a Bluett's label.
"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."