Lot 43
  • 43

A 'KRAAK PORSELEIN' BLUE AND WHITE SAUCER DISH, WANLI PERIOD

Estimate
600 - 800 AUD
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Description

  • A 'KRAAK PORSELEIN' BLUE AND WHITE SAUCER DISH, WANLI PERIOD
  • 20cm, 15cm and 14cm diameter respectively
painted with a bird perched among bamboo and chrysanthemum flowers within radiating petal borders;  together with a 'Kraak porselein' bowl, decorated with ribboned precious objects; together with a bowl decorated with birds and flowers; and a smaller dish with central floral jardinière

Condition

Saucer Dish: fritted rim repaired chip and two cracks extending to footrim, two brown spots on internal medallion; Bowl: small chip on rim approximately 2mm, crack from rim extending to base; bird bowl: rim frits, footrim pierced for suspension; small dish: two glaze chips on rim approximately 2mm; three brown spots on interior medallion
"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."