A 'LONGQUAN' CELADON-GLAZED 'TWIN FISH' DISH SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY

the shallow rounded sides rising to a broad everted rim, the interior applied with a pair of sprig-molded scaly fish swimming in opposite directions, the exterior carved with lotus petals radiating upwards from the foot, all under a semi-transparent and sea-green glaze stopping above the foot rim

Collection of Mrs. A. Kok-Viersen.
Sotheby's London, 28th May 1974, lot 192.

The dish has been cleaned, lightly polished and the surface is worn, the fish have lost some of their top surface.
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.
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