A JUNYAO BLUE-GLAZED BOWL JIN – YUAN DYNASTY

with rounded sides rising to a subtly incurved rim, applied overall with a lavendar-blue glaze thinning to a buff colour at the rim and pooling around the foot, the glaze stopping above the splayed foot to reveal the body burnt orange in the firing

There are a hairline crack to the mouth and several flakes to the unglazed foot, in addition to some firing imperfections.
"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."

The Japanese wood box was inscribed by Ryoichi Fujioka (1901-1991).