Lot 178
  • 178

TWO BLUE AND WHITE DISHES MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
one lobed and painted to the interior with a bird perched on rockwork, encirlced by peaches in the well, the other of chrysanthemum shape painted to the interior with antiques encircled by two rows of thin petals; together with a blue and white dish, Qing dynasty, Kangxi period

Condition

The first, with the bird design: in excellent condition, with minor rim frits and firing imperfections. The second, with the antiques design: a 3mm glaze pull to interior and some fritting to the rim. The Kangxi dish: a 55mm rim crack; 2 rim chips measuring 5mm and 9mm and fritting to the rim.
"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."