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A LARGE PAINTED 'CIZHOU' ‘DRAGON AND PHOENIX’ JAR YUAN / MING DYNASTY |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Height 14 1/2 in., 37 cm
robustly potted, rising from a flat foot to broad, rounded shoulders and a short waisted neck, freely painted with a dragon coveting a 'flaming pearl' among scrolling clouds within a scalloped reserve, the reverse with a phoenix, set between line borders and below a floral band at the shoulder, all painted in deep brown tones over a cream slip and under a clear glaze, the recessed foot unglazed
Provenance
E&J Frankel, New York, 9th January 2004.
Condition
The jar is in good overall condition. There is a horizontal glaze tear half way around the body just above the base. There is expected wear to the surface and minor imperfections consistent with age and type.
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.
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.