- 862
A PAIR OF RUBY-RED GROUND FAMILLE-ROSE 'PEONY' BOWLS CAIHUATANG ZHI HALL MARKS, QING DYNASTY, JIAQING PERIOD
Estimate
120,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
each with deep rounded sides, the exterior decorated with scrolling stems bearing peony blooms and buds, all against a rich ruby-red ground, the base with an iron-red Caihuatang ('Hall of Brilliant Colours') zhi hall mark within a double-circle
Condition
The mouthrim of the left bowl has an approx. 0.7 cm restored and retouched flake. To the right bowl, there are two tiny restored flakes to the mouthrim with overpaint. Although with some crackles and bubbles, the enamels of the pair have been generally well preserved.
"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."
Catalogue Note
The hallmark Caihua Tang zhi refers to a location in the Forbidden City in Beijing established during the Qianlong period and used in the early 19th century.