TANG DYNASTY (AD 618-907)

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
-There are losses to the glaze to the dragon handles and on the mouth rim.
-There are chips to the edges above the dragon head.
-There is a TL test drill hole on the base.
-There are chips and nicks to the foot.
-""S.501"" has been inscribed in red ink on the base.
-There are potting flaws to one side of the body.
-There is a section of loss of glaze on the body.
-There are areas of overpainting on the lower body.