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A GREEN AND YELLOW 'DRAGON' BOWL KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 10.3 cm, 4 in.
the deep rounded sides rising from a short slightly spreading foot to an everted rim, finely incised and green enamelled around the exterior with two scaly dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl, all beneath a classic scroll band at the rim and reserved on a rich egg-yolk yellow ground, the interior with a medallion enclosing a shou character, the base with six-character mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Purchased in China in the 1920s.
A European private collection.
A European private collection.
Condition
This bowl is in fair condition with the exception of a small restored rim chip (approx.. 0.5 cm), and rim hairline cracks (approx. 3.5 and 1.5 cm each). Firing imperfections include minute burst bubbles and iron spots in various areas.
"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."