A SANCAI AND BLUE-GLAZED BASIN TANG DYNASTY |

the interior neatly impressed with an eight-petaled floral central medallion encircling a smaller floret, all picked-out in blue, amber and straw glazes, the cavetto splashed with a blue, white and amber chevron pattern, the exterior amber-colored with the glaze stopping unevenly above the unglazed base

Collection of Rose Movius Palmer (1909-2003).
Gifted to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1976 (acc. no. 1976.538).

The basin has several large restored breaks, many of which have associated losses and rim chips. There is wear overall, glaze degradation, flaking and crazing.
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.