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A 'JIZHOU' ‘PAPERCUT’ AND 'TORTOISESHELL'-GLAZED BOWL SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- ceramic
the steep rounded sides of the body rising from a very low foot to a slightly incurved rim, the interior resist-decorated with three floral medallions in dark brown against a variegated buff ground, the exterior irregularly splashed with a ‘tortoiseshell’ glaze of rich dark brown mottled with beige glaze, the glaze falling short above the foot
Condition
There is an approx 1.5 cm chip restored to the interior rim. There are a couple of further specks to the rim or occasional scratched to the exterior. Otherwise it is in overall good condition. The surface is not dry to the touch.
"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."