FIVE DYNASTIES-YUAN DYNASTY (907-1368)

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.
Celadon-glazed toad-form water dropper
-Chips to the foot
-Fritting to the mouth rim and interior

Cizhou toad-form water dropper
-There are some glaze crackles
-There is wear to the surface, particular to the edges
-There are some minute nicks to the edges and extremities

Celadon-glazed ‘dragon’ water dropper
-There is a chip to the side, measuring approx. 0.5 cm. wide
-There are chips to the foot
-There are some minute nicks to the mouth rim
-There are some glaze bursts
-There is wears and scratches to the surface

Celadon-glazed ‘dragon’ water dropper
-There is a chip to the side, measuring approx. 0.5 cm. wide
-There are chips to the foot
-There are some minute nicks to the mouth rim
-There are some glaze bursts
-There is wears and scratches to the surface

Toad-form inkstone
-There are restorations to the sides of the receptacle
-There are scattered areas of restoration, including the legs
-There are nicks to the edges and extremities
-There are scratches and wears to the surface