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A 'CIZHOU' WHITE-GLAZED SGRAFFIATO JAR NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Stoneware
the baluster body rising to a slightly tapered short neck, boldly carved with a floral scroll between lappet bands, all reserved on a ring-punched ground, covered in a creamy-ivory glaze stopping just above the foot revealing the gray body, the interior and rim applied with a brown glaze
Provenance
Collection of Ambassador Dr. Carlos Augusto R. Santos-Neves (b. 1944), acquired in the 1980s.
Condition
The rim is slightly warped in one area, with an associated firing tear to the interior and abrasion to the exterior. The glaze has craquelure throughout and is dry and matte at the shoulder and neck. There are chips to the foot. The jar has been cleaned and lightly polished.
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.
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.