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A blue and white ‘phoenix’ vase, yuhuchunping Yuan dynasty
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
the pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a slender waisted neck flaring at the rim, painted in vivid shades of cobalt-blue with a pair of phoenix in flight amidst meandering lotus scrolls between cash coin and diaper bands, all between broad lappet bands around the shoulder and foot, the neck encircled by upright plantain leaves above a keyfret band, the interior rim with a classic scroll
Provenance
Sotheby’s London, 14th November 2001, lot 95.
Condition
The upper section of the neck (the top 50mm of the vase) has been broken off and re-built. Surface wear and minor abrasion to the glaze elsewhere. Several old chips to foot ring.
"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."
"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."