Lot 29
  • 29

A CLAIR-DE-LUNE GLAZED BOWL YONGZHENG MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
the rounded sides rising from a short straight foot, the exterior covered with a pale lavender-blue glaze, the interior and base white, the base with the six-character mark

Provenance

Sotheby’s New York, 27th November 1941, lot 561.
Collection of Stephen Junkunk III.
Christie’s New York, 21st September 1995, lot 248.
Marchant Ltd., London, 1996.

Exhibited

Exhibition of Imperial Porcelain of Kangxi, Yongzheng and Qianlong, Marchant Ltd., London, 1996, cat. no. 12.

Condition

The exterior rim has a 1x1cm area of restoration. There is a 0.1cm glaze pull just above the foot. The mark has a pinhole just under the nian character. Light scratches and minor glaze firing imperfections.
"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.
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