Lot 51. A Korean slip-inlaid celadon stoneware oil bottle, Goryeo dynasty, 13th century. Diameter 3 in., 7.6 cm. Estimate 3,000 — 5,000 USD. Lot sold 6,250 USD. © Sotheby's

of circular section and compressed ovoid form, the waisted neck with wide flared mouth, inlaid in white and black slip, the broad shoulder decorated with a chrysanthemum scroll, the base encircled with lotus lappets, all covered with a celadon glaze, with three spur marks on base, Japanese wood box (6).

Provenance: Mayuyama & Co., Ltd., Tokyo, acquired between 1960-1969.