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Two 'Longquan' Celadon Vessels Song/Yuan Dynasty
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- stoneware
comprising a small teabowl with round fluted sides rising to a scallop-edged rim and a lobed dish applied with a raised fillet to the exterior; together with a ‘Yaozhou’ celadon bowl freely carved to the exterior with floral motifs
Exhibited
From the Tang to the Qing: Chinese Ceramics from circa 618-1850 A.D. from the Collection of Dr. and Mrs. Peter Thompson, Hull University, Hull, 1996, cat. nos 62, 63 and 65.
Condition
From left to right as per catalogue image:
Yaozhou bowl: several small chips and firing imperfections to lipped rim; several firing cracks encircling the foot (the largest 18mm) and areas of discolouration to the glaze; other glaze inclusions and firing imperfections.
Celadon Teabowl: three burst glaze bubbles or pin pricks to interior, and two to exterior, each with associated stained crackle or cracks.
Celadon dish: in good condition. Small glaze pull to interior and minor surface 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. 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."