A Chinese sancai-glazed molded ceramic dish
Liao dynasty
Embossed with peonies, foliage and stylized scrolls.
Dia: 9 3/4 in.
PROVENANCE:
Property from a U.S. private collection
EXHIBITED: Morristown, New Jersey, the Morris Museum, March 8 to June 24, "Harmony in Clay, the Elegance and Refinement of Song Ceramics", #107
LITERATURE: Song Ceramics, the Eight Kiln Groups at a Glance, Examples from the Jiyuanshanfang Collection, 2008, p. 156
NOTE: For a similar example, compare the dish from the collection of Peter Scheinman, sold Christie's, New York (Online), December 7, 2017, lot 65
Condition Report 1 3/4" Kiln adhesion to underside, a small one to the rim, three small adhesions/spur marks to interior, very fine craquelure to glaze, slight surface soiling Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The lot is sold in the condition it is in at the time of sale. The condition report is provided to assist you with assessing the condition of the lot and is for guidance only. Any reference to condition in the condition report for the lot does not amount to a full of condition. The images of the lot form part of the condition report for the lot provided by Freeman's. Certain images of the lot provided online may not accurately reflect the actual condition of the lot. In particular, the online images may represent colors and shades which are different to the lot's actual color and shades. The condition report for the lot may make reference to particular imperfections of the lot but you should note that the lot may have other faults not expressly referred to in the condition report for the lot or shown in the online images of the lot. The condition report may not refer to all faults, restoration, alteration or adaptation because Freeman's is not a professional conservator or restorer but rather the condition report is a statement of opinion genuinely held by Freeman's. For that reason, Freeman's condition report is not an alternative to taking your own professional advice regarding the condition of the lot. All transactions are governed by Freeman's Conditions of Sale.