A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON CARVED AND BISCUIT-DECORATED DISH YUAN DYNASTY

the interior carved with a floral medallion below a foliate scroll decorating the well, the everted rim applied with eight prunus blossoms reserved in the biscuit and fired burnt-orange against the pale olive-green glaze continuing onto the exterior and over the foot ring, leaving an unglazed burnt-orange ring on the base

Acquired in Cuba in 1965, and thence by descent.

The footring has been repaired and overpainted approx 1/3 of the way around. There are chips to three of the prunus blossoms around the rim. The glaze is degraded and there is some evidence of overfiring on the exterior. There is extensive surface wear and abrasion to the glaze on the interior and exterior.
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.