A RARE CHINESE JUNYAO WARMING BOWL NORTHERN SONG DYNASTY (960-1127) Of gently flaring conical form, the rim carved with six lobes, covered in a thick pale bluish glaze, pulling away at the edges to reveal an olive/mushroom tone. Together with an old inscribed, silk-brocade covered round box with a collection number to the base. 5.5cm high, 9cm diameter PROVENANCE: Gump`s San Francisco #11476-1, undated typed description letter Property from a deceased estate, Sydney品相报告: Small firing crack to the base, and some glaze sticks immediately above the foot rim. No visible cracks, chips or repairs. Significant wear to the brocade on the box, and to the inscribed paper label. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.