A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON 'LOTUS' BOWL SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY

finely potted in low relief, the deep rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot, the exterior subtly molded with a band of overlapping lotus petals, covered overall with a soft blue-green glaze, save for the unglazed footring revealing the gray stoneware body

Christie's New York, 10th December 1987, lot 196.
Christie's New York, 22nd March 2007, lot 281.

There is an approx. 0.5 cm wide restored chip to the rim, and an approx. 2.5 cm wide chip to the foot. There are also firing flaws and shallow flakes to the foot. There is a short glaze line above the foot and another to the exterior below the rim. Some expected wear to the surface, consistent with age.
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.