Lot 3012
  • 3012

A SHALLOW CAFE-AU-LAIT GLAZED BOWL SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description

the gently rounded sides rising from a shallow foot to a lightly flared rim, the body embellished with a raised double bow-string band, the interior and exterior covered with a lustrous café-au-lait glaze of a reddish-brown tone, the white-glazed base with a six-character reign mark in underglaze blue

Condition

The mouthrim has a minute shallow nick of 0.1 cm. There is also a firing crack of about 1.6 cm to the footring. Apart from some surface scratches, the overall condition is good.
"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."