Lot 91
  • 91

A LARGE 'CIZHOU' RUSSET-SPLASHED BOWL JIN DYNASTY

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramics
the robustly potted body with deep gently rounded sides rising from the short spreading foot to the rolled rim, covered overall with a thick lustrous black glaze decorated in the interior with three bold vertical russet splashes, the foot unglazed revealing the light buff body

Provenance

Collection of Gale R. Blosser (1913-2009), acquired at Kalk Bay Antiques, Cape Town, 1970s.

Condition

The bowl is in overall 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.
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