A GREEN-GLAZED POTTERY TRIPOD VESSEL AND COVER (DING) HAN DYNASTY

the compressed globular body, with two upright angular loop handles with impressed geometric decoration, supported on three slightly cabriole legs, the domed cover decorated with a single incised band encircling the low ring knob, the cover, handles and upper section of the vessel covered with a thin green glaze, Japanese wood box (3)

Japanese Collection, acquired before the 1960s.

The vessel has small chips to the inner and outer rims and one restored leg. The cover has a restored break and minor chips to the rim. There is an area of glaze loss to the 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.