- 526
A FAMILLE-ROSE 'DRAGON' BOTTLE VASE MARK AND PERIOD OF GUANGXU
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
well potted with a globular body supported on a slightly splayed foot, sweeping up to a waisted neck and flared rim, deftly decorated around the exterior with a five-clawed dragon and a large phoenix, reaching for a 'flaming pearl' and a shining sun respectively, all among multicoloured clouds and above castellated lappets, the shoulder surrounded by further dragons chasing pearls and the neck painted with the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems' wreathed by flowering sprays, the gilt rim encircled by yellow ruyi, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark
Provenance
Sotheby’s London, 13th November 2003, lot 522.
Condition
The vase is in good condition. There is some light expected wear to the enamels and minor rubbing to the gilding around the rim but overall the condition is good and the colours consistent with the catalogue illustration.
"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."