Lot 728
  • 728

A MOLDED 'YAOZHOU' 'PEONY' BOWL SONG / JIN DYNASTY |

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Diameter 4 in., 10. 2 cm
of conical form, the steep flaring sides rising to a gently everted rim, the interior impressed with a well-articulated scrolling band of six peony flowers borne on a leafing stem, centered by a stylized floret, the exterior incised with a frieze of stylized overlapping petals, covered overall in a lustrous olive-green translucent glaze pooling effectively in the recesses, the glaze stopping at the short, knife-pared, unglazed foot ring

Provenance

Collection of Russell M. Tyson (1867-1963).
Bequest to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1964 (acc. no. 1964.765).

Condition

The bowl is in good overall condition. There is some crazing and a kiln adhesion at the foot. There is wear overall, particularly to the rim and the bowl has been cleaned and 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.
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.