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A POLYCHROME 'BIRD AND FLOWER' JAR QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 HKD
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Description
- 28.5 cm, 11 1/4 in.
the baluster body rising from a flat base to a rounded shoulder and short neck, painted on the exterior with birds perching on blossoming branches
Provenance
Collection of Nakakado Hisao.
Literature
Nakakado collection. Kotoin [Pavilion of ancient ceramics. Nakakado collection], Oita, 1985, cat. no. 20.
Nakakado collection. Kotoin [Pavilion of ancient ceramics. Nakakado collection], Oita, 1988, cat. no. 23.
Nakakado collection. Kotoin [Pavilion of ancient ceramics. Nakakado collection], Oita, 1988, cat. no. 23.
Condition
The mouthrim appears to have been slightly polished. Stained scratches and a glaze flake to the body. Typical enamel wear. Original firing imperfections including a stained firing line to the shoulder along the luting line.
"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."
"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."