A RARE HEIRLOOM JIAN RUSSET-STREAKED 'NOGIME TEMMOKU' BOWL SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY |

well potted with deep rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to a thin concave groove below the rim, unctuously covered with a lustrous black glaze with russet 'hare's fur' running from the rim and pooling along the groove, the glaze stopping neatly above the foot revealing the dark brown body, the rim bound with metal; together with a lacquer cupstand with deep rounded sides collared with a six-lobed mallow-form flange, all supported on a flared foot, covered overall save for the interior of the stand and flange in black lacquer, the interior lacquered red, Japanese wood box

The piece appears to be in excellent condition although it has not been examined under the copper band.
"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."