A 'JIAN' 'HARES-FUR' TEABOWL AND A LACQUER STAND THE BOWL SONG DYNASTY, THE STAND LATER |

the bowl with deep rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to an indented rim, covered overall with a lustrous black glaze with silvery vertical streaks, the glaze falling short of the foot to reveal the dark brown body, accompanied by a stand of dark brown lacquer, the ring-shaped support rising from a dish-shaped collar and high spreading foot, three Japanese wood boxes

The lacquer stand is in good condition with the exception of some light hairline crackles to the lacquer and the metal band at the foot is slightly loose; the bowl has a circa 5x2cm., crescent-shaped area of restoration to the interior rim and a further smaller corresponding area to the exterior of the rim.
"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."