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A LONGQUAN CELADON 'PEONY' DOUBLE GOURD VASE MING DYNASTY, 16TH – 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- ceramics
- 24.5 cm, 9 5/8 in.
the lower bulb decroated with scrolling peony sprays, the upper bulb with dense florets, covered overall in a sea-green glaze
Provenance
Collection of Mr and Mrs Jack Chia.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 5th November 1996, lot 653.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 5th November 1996, lot 653.
Literature
Julian Thompson, 'Chinese Celadons', Arts of Asia, November-December 1993, p. 72, fig. 22 centre.
Condition
The vase is in overall good condition with only typical firing imperfections, including occasional firing flaws and iron spots.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."