Lot 647
- 647
A LARGE 'LONGQUAN' CELADON 'LOTUS' BOWL SONG DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
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of conical form rising from a short foot to a slightly inwardly curved mouth, the exterior carved with lotus petals, covered overall in a soft sea-green glaze
Provenance
Collection of John Platt.
Warren E. Cox, New York.
Concordia House Collection of Cyrus (1903-1999) and Mildred (1903-1997) Churchill, Moline, Illinois.
Warren E. Cox, New York.
Concordia House Collection of Cyrus (1903-1999) and Mildred (1903-1997) Churchill, Moline, Illinois.
Literature
Warren E. Cox, The Book of Pottery and Porcelain, vol.1, New York, 1945, pl. 45.
Condition
There are four cracks and an approx. 1.2 cm wide shallow chip to the rim. Some expected wear to the glaze and foot and minor firing imperfections. Old labels to the base and underside, together with a red accession no. 'L. 1757. 11'.
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.