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A WUCAI 'DRAGON AND PHEONIX' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Ceramics
with deep rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to a gently flared rim, the exterior vividly decorated with a green and a red dragon striding in pursuit of 'flaming pearls', separated by a pair of descending phoenix, all below a band of the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems' and ruyi motifs at the rim, the interior with a medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon reaching for a 'flaming pearl', the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Christie's London, 13th November 2001, lot 125.
Condition
The rim with five sections of restoration (darkened with age, longest approx. 4.7 cm), as well as small frits, chips, and burst glaze bubbles. One polished chip to the interior of the foot. An old Christie's label adhered to the interior: "125 13/11/01 CHRISTIE'S". The enamels in mostly good condition, but with abrasion to the dragon's torso and flames on the interior.
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.