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A LARGE 'CIZHOU' CARVED BLACK-GLAZED JAR YUAN/MING DYNASTY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- stoneware
the heavily-potted ovoid body rising from a recessed base to a short waisted neck with rolled rim, carved through the brown glaze to the body with a broad band of scrolling foliage at the shoulder, all above a ribbed and brown glazed lower body, the neck and shoulder set with a pair of simple lug handles
Provenance
Acquired from John Sparks Ltd., London in the 1930s (by repute).
George Harwood Snr, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Thence by descent.
George Harwood Snr, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Thence by descent.
Condition
The jar is in good condition with the exception of two rim chips (circa 4.5 x 2.5cm., and 3 x 1.5cm.), small chips to the edges of the handles and minor glaze firing imperfections around the body including adhered kiln grit and glaze pulls.
"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."