A 'JUN' CENSER NORTHERN SONG / JIN DYNASTY |

the compressed globular body raised on three short tapered legs, the waisted neck rising to an everted rim, covered overall with an unctuous greenish lavender-blue glaze, thinning at the rim to a pale mushroom tone, the tips of the feet left unglazed, Japanese wood box (3) 

Bluett & Sons Ltd., London.
English Private Collection (by repute). 

One leg has been off and re-stuck. The rim has restoration to a section that has been out, a restored chip, and has been polished all around. There are minor manufacturing imperfections, including small firing tears to two feet and two draining burst glaze bubbles at the neck.
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.
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