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A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' CHARGER GUANGXU MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
the gently curved sides rising from a short tapering foot, painted to the interior in rich cobalt-blue tones with a medallion enclosing two scaly five-clawed dragon in mutual pursuit of a flaming pearl within fire and cloud scrolls, the exterior similarly painted
Condition
The dish is in good overall condition with the exception of a 1cm., hairline firing line at the rim, minor glaze firing imperfections including iron-spots, a polished glaze blister to the interior and one on the exterior, burst glaze bubbles and glaze scatches.
"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."
"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."