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明 龍泉窰青釉刻花奩式爐
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ceramic
of tapering cylindrical section, the exterior with a wide band of freely carved lotus decoration between raised horizontal filets, supported on three squat scrolled legs, covered overall in a rich sea-green glaze save the pierced base center
Condition
The censer is in mostly good condition, but with minor manufacturing imperfections, including extensive glaze pulls to the base, a glaze pull to the side, burst glaze bubbles to the interior, a slight depression to the rim, and slight unevenness to the rim. The glaze has a slightly deeper tonality than in the printed catalog.
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.