A CARVED 'CIZHOU' 'LOTUS' BOWL JIN / YUAN DYNASTY

the deep rounded sides flaring to a lipped rim, the interior freely carved through the cream-colored slip with a single lotus flower emerging from a leafing stem, all against a combed ground within a line border, the underside with the slip and clear glaze falling short of the foot revealing the buff-colored body

Collection of Robert Hatfield Ellsworth, New York, acquired in Hong Kong, 1986.
Christie's New York, 20th March 2015, lot 859.

There is an approx. 6 cm restored section to the rim with associated overspray. There is also an approx. 0.7 cm restored chip to the rim, as well as two shallow flake chips to the rim. Some wear to the glaze and foot ring and expected firing imperfections, consistent with age and type. The rim is very slightly warped.
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.