A 'YAOZHOU' CELADON 'FLORAL' BOWL NORTHERN SONG / JIN DYNASTY

of conical form with deep rounded sides rising from a neatly cut foot to an everted rim, moulded on the interior with a central chrysanthemum flower encircled by a meandering scroll issuing three further blooms and attendant buds among a densely sprouting foliage, the exterior carved with radiating knife-cut ribs lightly impressed with scrolls under the rim, all covered with an olive-green glaze pooling to a deeper tone in the recessed areas, the base and footring left unglazed revealing a light grey ware slightly burnt orange in the firing

The bow is in good overall condition. There is an iron spot to the interior rim (showing on the illustration in the catalogue). There are a few original specks on the rim and flakes around the knife-pared footring, as well as typical minor occasional potting imperfections in the body under the glaze.
"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."