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A LONGQUAN CELADON WASHER, YUAN DYNASTY AND A LONGQUAN CELADON 'FISH' DISH, SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 HKD
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Description
- 11.4 and 12.9 cm, 4 1/2 and 5 1/8 in.
the washer with everted sides moulded in the form of cane segments; the dish with addorsed carps
Provenance
Tai Sing Fine Antiques Ltd, Hong Kong, 7th May 2002 (dish) and 5th June 2004 (washer).
Condition
washer: There are crackles to the glaze, with possibly one running deeper into the body. General surface wear. dish: In good condition with only minor glaze firing imperfections and general surface scratches and tiny flakes along the rim.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
See a similar Ming dynasty washer in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, museum no. 16.156.2.