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A PAIR OF GREEN-ENAMELLED ‘DRAGON’ DISHES DAOGUANG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- ceramics
- 18.2 cm, 7 1/8 in.
the rounded sides of each rising from a short foot to an everted rim, painted to the interior in green and black enamel with a five-clawed dragon writhing amongst flames in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', the exterior similarly decorated with a pair of scaly dragons, the base inscribed with an underglaze blue seal mark
Provenance
Christie’s London, 4th November 1996, lot 797.
Condition
Both dishes are in very good condition with the exception of a 2mm., bruise to the bottom of the footring of one.
"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."