Lot 257
  • 257

FIVE 'JUN' SAUCER DISHES NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • ceramics
each with shallow rounded sides rising from a short foot to an everted rim, covered overall with a lavender-blue glaze, thinning at the rim to a mushroom tone, Japanese wood box and purple silk wrappings (7)

Condition

Each in good general condition. The five dishes associated with slight variations in size, potting and glazes. One with a kiln grit to the interior. Another with small abrasions and glaze flakes to the rim. Other minor firing imperfections and wear to the others.
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.

Catalogue Note

The box inscribed by Ryōichi Fujioka (b. 1909).