Lot 939
  • 939

A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'PHOENIX AND BAMBOO' BOWLS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • ceramics
each of conical form, enameled with phoenix and bamboo, the decoration continuing over the rim into the interior, the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark (2)

Provenance

Acquired in Hong Kong, 1949-1959.
Christie's New York, 22nd / 23rd March 2012, lot 2054.

Condition

One bowl has a 0.5 cm rim chip, as well as another minute chip to the rim. The other bowl with a 0.6 cm wide bruise to the rim with an associated crack measuring approx. 3.3 cm long. Both bowls with expected surface wear and minor 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.
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.