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A 'YAOZHOU' PERSIMMON-GLAZED BOWL NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 4 3/8 in., 11.3 cm
of shallow, conical form, the flaring sides rising to an everted rim bound in metal, covered overall in a lustrous, slightly iridescent copper-colored glaze, stopping unevenly above the short, gently splayed foot, revealing the smooth grayish-brown stoneware body
Provenance
Collection of Russell M. Tyson (1867-1963).
Bequest to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1964 (acc. no. 1964.803).
Bequest to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1964 (acc. no. 1964.803).
Exhibited
Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, (according to label).
Condition
The bowl with a consolidated glaze tear from the interior rim (approx. 2 cm). There are some minor potting and glaze imperfections as well as expected wear to the surface overall.
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.
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.