TWO LONGQUAN CELADON BIRD FEEDERS, A LONGQUAN CELADON 'CHILONG' DISH AND A LONGQUAN CELADON BOWL SONG TO MING DYNASTY

the two bird feeders moulded in the form of lotus blossoms, set with a small lug for attachement to a bird cage; the stoutly potted dish carved in relief on the interior with two clambering chilong; the bowl with rounded sides and an angled rim, incised with floral sprays, wood stands

There is a bruise to the mouthrim of one of the birdfeeders. There is a burst air bubble to the lower part of the other birdfeeder and the ear is sealed by the glaze. The bowl is in overall good condition except kiln imperfections, surface wear and scratches especially to the interior of the bowl as can be expected. The dish is in overall good condition except a glaze gap to the interior of the dish and a few body lines on the body of the dragons under the glaze.
"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."

Compare a Song dynasty Longquan celadon bird feeder, in the Palace Museum, Beijing, illustrated in The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum. Porcelain of the Song Dynasty (II), vol. 33, Hong Kong, 1996, pl. 117.