A 'YAOZHOU' 'LOTUS' BOWL JIN DYNASTY

the deep rounded sides rising from a short foot and encircled on the exterior by a groove beneath the lipped rim, the interior with a large blossoming lotus flower surrounded by scrolling foliage, covered overall in an olive-green glaze, pooling to a deeper shade in the recesses,  stopping short of the unglazed foot rim

There are two small pieces of adhered kiln grit to the well of the interior. There is a small area of glaze discoloration to the interior side at the tip of one leaf. The surface is worn, with crazing on the exterior and has been polished.
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.

The bold, large scale decoration on the stoutly potted form exemplifies Jin taste in Yaozhou wares. For a similar example in the Tokyo National Museum see The Masterpieces of Yaozhou Ware, The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka, 1997, cat. no. 94. A bowl of the same design and size was sold in our London rooms 15th May 2009, lot 67; and a dish of same subject matter was sold in these rooms 23rd March 2011, lot 524.