Lot 237
  • 237

A GREEN AND AUBERGINE-ENAMELED 'DRAGON' BOWL JIAQING SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Porcelain
the deep rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a flared rim, incised and painted in aubergine enamel against a bright green ground, the exterior with two ferocious dragons striding amid radiating cloud wisps and flame scrolls in pursuit of 'flaming pearls', all below turbulent cresting waves, the interior glazed white, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 9th November 2011, lot 442.

Condition

The bowl in mostly good condition but with four fine hairline cracks descending from the rim (longest approx. 2.1 cm).
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.