Lot 258
  • 258

A CELADON-GLAZED 'BAGUA' VASE (CONG) GUANGXU MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramics
the body of square section rising from a short straight circular foot to a tapering circular neck with a lipped rim, molded with the bagua (Eight Trigrams) to each of the four sides, covered overall in a lustrous celadon glaze, the base with six-character mark in underglaze blue

Condition

In overall good condition with minor firing imperfections including glaze gaps. With minor wear and silver pen markings to the foot ring.
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.