A SMALL BISCUIT-DECORATED LONGQUAN CELADON ‘TWIN FISH’ BOWL, SONG DYNASTY

PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF JHR. IR. G.C. (GIJS) SIX VAN WIMMENUM (1892-1975)

A SMALL BISCUIT-DECORATED LONGQUAN CELADON ‘TWIN FISH’ BOWL
SONG DYNASTY

decorated to the interior with a pair of fish swimming in opposite direction in biscuit, covered overall in a sea-green glaze and permeated with a network of crackling
Diameter 7.2 cm, 2⅞ in.

Condition Report:
There are some nicks to the footrim. Some firing imperfections are visible, including a firing crack to the base and another to the exterior.

"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."

Provenance:
S.C. Bosch Reitz (1860-1938);

By descent to his godson and nephew Jhr. ir. G.C. (Gijs) Six van Wimmenum (1892 – 1975);

Thence by descent