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A 'YAOZHOU' MOLDED 'BOYS' BOWL NORTHERN SONG / JIN DYNASTY
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
of conical form, rising from a short foot to a flared rim, the interior with two small boys each grasping a meandering stem issuing a profusion of layered and furled leaves and two five-petaled flower heads, covered overall in a semi-transparent olive-green glaze pooling in the recesses of the molded design
Provenance
Acquired in the 1970s or 80s.
Exhibited
Exhibition of Ancient Chinese Ceramics, From the Collection of the Kau Chi Society of Chinese Art, University of Hong Kong, 1981 - 1982, cat. no. 22.
Condition
Minor scattered minute nicks to the rim and scattered minute burst air bubbles. Otherwise, in 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.