Lot 129
  • 129

AN EXCEPTIONAL 'OIL SPOT' BOWL NORTHERN SONG – JIN DYNASTY |

Estimate
3,500,000 - 4,500,000 HKD
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Description

  • 10.2 cm, 4 in.
with rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to a rim bordered with a thin concave groove, unctuously enveloped overall save for the foot with a lustrous black glaze attractively suffused with an intricate pattern of iridescent purplish 'oil spots' of varying sizes, the glaze neatly stopping short of the lower body and foot, revealing the unglazed pale grey body, Japanese wood box

Condition

The bowl is in very good condition with just a micro flake on 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."