明末 / 清 樹根天然畫斗

the irregularly shaped body modelled with walls of unequal thickness and conforming with the natural form of a tree trunk, the textured exterior accentuated with burls and whorls of varying sizes, the patina of a warm reddish-brown colour

As expected of a scrollpot of this large size, and in keeping with its domestic use, there are typical bruises, cracks and minor losses to the exterior, the most severe a shallow flake measuring approx. 2.2 cm to the rim. There are also typical age cracks as expected.
"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."

此器是由一整挖自然生成的奇形樹幹所造。 渾然天成的形狀與粗糙的外表展現傳統根雕藝術欣賞的天然與巧妙工藝結合一體的特色，借由稍加雕琢，成為書齋中的案頭佳器，承載畫卷。