A 'JIAN' 'HARE'S FUR' TEABOWL SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY

solidly potted, of tall conical form with a groove below the lip and supported on a short foot, covered with a thick, highly glossy black glaze with radiating iridescent silvery-blue striations, draining from the rim and stopping in a glossy black bulge above the foot revealing the dark greyish body beneath, the interior speckled with gold below the unglazed interior rim

The teabowl is in good condition. The bulge on the glaze drop above the unglazed foot is slightly polished. There are two patches of filling in the glaze (filling gaps) to one side below the rim with a few surface scratches.
"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.
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