Lot 209
  • 209

A SMALL 'YAOZHOU' CELADON-GLAZED BOWL NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Diameter 5 5/8  in., 14.3 cm
with steeply rounded walls rising from a short, slightly flared foot, the interior centered by a freely carved floral sprig encircled by undulating combed lines in the cavetto, the exterior with a single line carved below the lip, covered overall in a semi-translucent olive-green glaze suffused with crackle save for the foot ring

Provenance

Eskenazi Ltd., London, circa 1985-1986.
Christie's New York, 19th September 2007, lot 243.

Condition

In overall good condition with wear typical for age and minor firing flaws.
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.