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A RARE YAOZHOU CELADON TRIPOD BOX AND COVER NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- 12.3 cm, 4 7/8 in.
of cylindrical form supported on three short legs, decorated with parallel incised lines and set with two tab handles, the cover surmounted by a lotus bud knop, covered overall in an olive-green glaze suffused with crackles, the interior with a brown dressing and splashes of celadon glaze
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 9th June 1992, lot 119.
Tai Sing Fine Antiques Ltd., Hong Kong, 7th May 2002.
Tai Sing Fine Antiques Ltd., Hong Kong, 7th May 2002.
Condition
The tripod vessel is in good condition, with only shallow chips to along the rims and the feet, the longest measuring 2cm on the underside of the cover.
"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."