Lot 182
  • 182

A YELLOW-GLAZED JAR KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Porcelain
the ovoid body rising from a tapered foot to a short neck with a lipped rim, covered overall in a mustard-yellow glaze pooling at the shoulder and neck, the white base with a six-character reign mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Acquired by the father of the present owner prior to 1940.

Condition

In overall good condition with only a small crack to the rim (approx. 7 mm), scattered small iron spots, and minor expected wear to the surface, footring, and rim. The glaze is slightly warmer in tonality than the image in the printed catalog.
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.