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A 'JIZHOU' 'PAPERCUT' 'PHOENIX' BOWL SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
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with rounded sides supported on a low foot and rising to a vertically lipped rim to the interior, decorated in papercut resist with a pair of opposed long-tailed phoenix and three prunus blooms in dark-brown, all reserved against a ground dappled in caramel brown, the exterior covered in a rich brown glaze stopping neatly above the buff stoneware body
Provenance
T. Y. King & Sons Ltd., Hong Kong, 1986.
Condition
In very good condition. A 0.4 cm old chip to the foot and a section of kiln grit adhering to near the foot. A small kiln adhesion to the interior center. Otherwise with minor surface wear,
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.
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.