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A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON 'DRAGON' JAR YUAN DYNASTY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- ceramic
- Width: 12 ½ inches
of compressed baluster shape, the wide mouth surmounted with a short tapering neck, the sides decorated in low relief with a scaly dragon in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' amidst wisps of clouds, all above a band of stylized waves encircling the base, evenly applied overall with an unctuous olive-green glaze, the rim and beveled foot unglazed and burnt orange
Provenance
Property of Dr. Bo Ewert.
Sotheby & Co. London, 24th July 1973, lot 56.
Condition
There is light overall wear and glaze degradation consistent with age. There are some frits on the foot. The original cover is missing. Otherwise, overall in good condition.
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.
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.