Lot 14
  • 14

A GREEN AND YELLOW 'MEDALLION' BOWL, MARK AND PERIOD OF KANGXI

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 AUD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A GREEN AND YELLOW 'MEDALLION' BOWL, MARK AND PERIOD OF KANGXI
  • 12.3cm diameter
the exterior of the gently rounded sides finely incised and enamelled in green with ruyi medallions, divided by the bajixiang, between a scrolling foliate border at the rim and a lotus lappet band around the base, the interior with a ruyi medallion, all reserved on a bright yellow ground

Provenance

Christie's New York, March 1996, Lot 405

Condition

short hairline crack approximately from rim appoximately 1cm; green enamel slipped from incised outline in border below rim for approximately 5cm
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."