Lot 89
  • 89

A SMALL 'LONGQUAN' CELADON-GLAZED BOWL SONG DYNASTY

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • pottery
the smoothly rounded sides incurved to the unglazed rim, rising from a neatly knife-pared footrim, covered overall with a lustrous celadon glaze of even tone, wood stand (2)

Provenance

Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Berton, acquired in the 1930s or 40s, London.

Condition

There is a restored rim chip, and an approx 2 in. (5.1 cm) wide section to the interior of the rim which has been polished down.
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.