- 656
A QINGBAI 'PEONY' BOWL AND 'LOTUS' BOWL SONG – JIN DYNASTY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramic
the larger bowl with a six-lobed rim, incised on the interior with scrolling peonies; the smaller bowl of conical form, moulded with a leafy lotus bloom, each applied with a transparent bluish glaze, the unglazed base partly burnt orange in the firing
Condition
The two bowls are in overall good condition. There are some radiant glaze crackles extending from the rim of the larger bowl and further glaze hairline on the underside. There are some original minute chips along the edge of the flat foot of the smaller bowl and a few typical specks in 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."
"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."