A BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' BOWL JIAQING SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

of ogee form supported on a tapered foot, the exterior painted in a deep cobalt hue with two lively dragons dashing through clouds, one glancing back toward the other, all between double lines at the rim and foot, the interior with a writhing dragon within a double circle, another double circle at the rim, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

The bowl in mostly good condition but with two small chips to the rim (5 mm and 2 mm), scattered minute firing imperfections (e.g., pinhole-size iron spots and pinhole-size burst glaze bubbles), and very mild expected wear to the footring. Part of an old label adhered to the base ("Ch. 19") and another (easily removable) label adhered to the interior ("U783").
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.