Lot 409
  • 409

A PAIR OF LARGE CHINESE BROWN-GLAZED EARTHENWARE JARS

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 USD
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Description

  • pottery
each of barrel-form with four loop handles, molded and incised with dragons.

Condition

There are numerous chips to the rim, bosses, decoration, body and shoulder of one jar. One lug handle is chipped and one has losses. There are vertical cracks to one dragon's body and across its leg. The other dragon is missing the front foot. The other jar has numerous chips to the rim and body. There is also fritting around the mouth rim and numerous kiln adhesions to the surface. There is a vertical firing crack to the neck. Both jars show signs of wear.
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.