Lot 1388
  • 1388

A WHITE-GLAZED 'CIZHOU' MEIPING NORTHERN SONG - JIN DYNASTY

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramics, wood stand(rosewood dalbergia)
rising from a spreading foot to a short neck and everted rim, covered in a cream-colored glaze save for the foot, wood stand (2)

Provenance

C.K. Chen, Hong Kong, 1970-80.

Condition

Glaze cracked off the rim. Three gashes in the clay at the base of the neck (made prior to firing). Dark speckles in the glaze from firing. Minor chips and wear on footring. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.