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A LARGE 'LONGQUAN' CELADON 'LANDSCAPE' BASIN MING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1400 |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- 43.5 cm, 17 1/8 in.
the rounded sides rising from a short foot to an everted barbed rim, the slightly recessed central medallion freely carved with a landscape scene detailed with tall pine trees, encircled by stylised floral sprays at the well and repeated on the exterior, the rim bordered by a scrolling foliage pattern, covered overall in a thick celadon glaze leaving a ring on the underside burnt buff-orange during firing, the foot inscribed in Arabic script (Sultan Sulaiman Shikoh, 1635 – 1662)
Provenance
Acquired by the family of the present owner during the early 20th century.
Thence by descent.
Thence by descent.
Condition
This dish is in general good condition with the exception of two shallow chips to the rim (approx. 2x1 cm, 2.5x1 cm each), and some scattered fritting to the rim and foot. There are some glaze and surface scratches, and wear throughout. Minor firing imperfections include glaze inconsistencies and tiny areas of glaze pulling, and iron spots in various areas.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The five-drilled-dots pattern on the base of the present dish is also found on celadon wares in the collection of Topkapi Saray Museum, Istanbul, such as a Longquan charger decorated with peony, attributed to the late 14th to early 15th century, illustrated in Regina Krahl, Chinese Ceramics In The Topkapi Saray Museum Istanbul. A Complete Catalogue. I. Yuan and Ming Dynasty Celadon Wares, London, 1986, pl. 234.