- 1594
A KAKIEMON 'FLORAL BOUQUET AND PHOENIX' DISH 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramics
the curved sides rising to a galleried rim, the interior painted with stalks of loosely tied flowering stems and a phoenix, all supported on a short foot, wood box (3)
Provenance
Christie's New York, 4th December 1982, lot 816.
Condition
The rim with four restored chips, the longest measuring approximately 1 1/8 inches and one with a short associated hairline crack. There is a glazed-over firing tear visible on the exterior side. The surface with expected wear to the enamels and body. The rim is slightly warped.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.