- 3732
A CANTON ENAMEL 'DRAGON' DISH QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
90,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- bronze
the interior vividly enamelled in the centre with a medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon leaping through billowing multi-coloured clouds, encircled by a lotus scroll studded with pink bats reserved on a vibrant yellow ground, the exterior with three further dragons partly hidden by clouds on a matching ground, the base with a blue phoenix medallion against a white ground, all between a metal lining bordering the mouthrim and the footrim
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 13th July 2005, lot 342.
Condition
Apart from some typical crackles to the enamel, including a star-shaped one of approx. 4.5 cm to the base, the overall condition is very good. There are also some characteristic tarnishing to the edges and expected scratches and wear especially to the interior. The originally gilt decorated right pupil of the dragon has probably been retouched.
"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."