A FINE 'LONGQUAN' CELADON GLAZED BOTTLE VASE YUAN DYNASTY

the pear-shaped body rising from a short spreading foot to a tall cylindrical neck with broad everted rim, carved around the exterior with a leafy undulating composite floral scroll above a lotus lappet band, the neck with two sets of raised ribs divided by a pair of dragon-head handles suspending large fixed rings, covered overall with a bluish-green glaze thinning to white at the edges and around the carved decoration 

The vase is in very good overall condition with the exception of some minor firing imperfctions including a slight lean to the neck, a 2mm depression to the exterior of the neck with corresponding mishapen section to the interior, a burst bubble on the shoulder, iron spots and light glaze scratches. It should be noted that the glaze is of a slightly warmer tone than the catalogue illustration would suggest and that the glaze is slightly less glossy on the lower half of the vessel than the upper half.
"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."