the slender ovoid body with petal-lobed sides rising elegantly to the flaring trumpet neck with bracket-lobed mouth simulating a morning glory blossom, the sides with hook handles suspending fixed rings, all under a sea-green glaze that thins on the ribs

The piece is in overall good condition. There are some expected cracks to the glaze. There are some discolorations to the base.
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.

A 'longquan' celadon vase dated Song / Yuan dynasty of similar form and size but with dragon-head handles is illustrated in Selected Chinese Ceramics from Han to Qing Dynasties, Chang Foundation, Taiwan, 1990, no. 62.

Two related vases can be found excavated in Zhejiang illustrated in Ci Yuan Xie Cui, Hangzho🐓u, 2009, one with similar petal-lobed sides dated Southern Song dynasty p. 162; and another with hook handles suspending fixed rings dated Yuan dynasty p. 169.