A 'QINGBAI' 'DRAGON' EWER AND COVER YUAN DYNASTY |

of flattened baluster form, the body with a coiled dragon medallion to either side flanked by a curved spout and a dragon-fish form strap handle, the fitted cover with a recumbent lion-form knop (2)

The 3H Family Collection
Sotheby's New York, 15th - 16th September 2015, lot 275.

There is an approximate 2.2 x 4.5-cm V-shaped restored break to the mouth rim. The handle has been off and reattached. There is restoration to the tip of the spout. The base of the ewer with restoration 3/4 of the way around for a U-form break approximately .75 x 5-cm around the foot under the handle.The cover with restoration to breaks to the rim, the loop handle and lion-form finial. The surface with expected wear and lightly polished.
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.
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