Lot 88
  • 88

A GROUP OF THREE CHINESE GREEN-GLAZED 'HU'-SHAPED POTTERY JARS HAN DYNASTY

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • pottery
  • Height of tallest: 18 1/2 inches

Provenance

The iridescent globular jar with everted rim:
A. & J. Speelman, Ltd., London

Condition

From left to right in the catalogue illustration. The first jar has minor chips to the rim and body. The second jar has a chip on the mouthrim and scattered chips on the foot. There is overall glaze degradation. The third jar has overall glaze degradation and the rim appears to have been ground down and painted.
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.