- 535
A BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF GUANGXU
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
with a slightly tapered foot and everted rim, finely decorated to the interior with a five-clawed dragon writhing among flames in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' within double lines repeated at the rim, the underside similarly decorated with two striding dragons, the base inscribed with a six-character reign mark
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 15th June 1999, lot 55.
Condition
There are a few pinholes on the underside and typical glaze imperfections, including a burst air bubble and a 1.5 cm gap in the glaze on the interior in the centre (showing on the illustration in the catalogue). Otherwise the dish is in good condition.
"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."