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AN UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND YELLOW-GLAZED 'DRAGON' DISH QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
40,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
reserved on the underglaze-blue ground with a well-painted central medallion containing a striding dragon in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' among stylized clouds and flames, encircled around the cavetto with a frieze of two further dragons in similar pursuit, repeated on the underside above a band of radiating lappets, the decoration all in a translucent lemon-yellow glaze, the base and mouth rim glazed white, seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Collection of James and Phyllis Rosati, acquired between 1947 -1949 when Mr. Rosati was stationed in post-war Japan.
Condition
Good condition with just typical minor wear to the enamels.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.