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Lot 230
  • 230

A 'Longquan' celadon washer Southern Song dynasty

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • stoneware
the tapering sides rising from a short tapering foot to an everted rim, covered overall in a rich bluish-green glaze

Provenance

Maruyama & Co. Ltd., Tokyo.

Condition

This richly glazed bluish-green washer is in good condition with the exception of some shallow flakes to the inside edge of the footring, an 8mm., long glaze-filled firing line at the rim and light glaze scratches.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."