Lot 512
  • 512

A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE RUBY-BACK DISHES QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD |

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Porcelain
  • Diameter 8 1/8  in., 20.6 cm
each vibrantly enameled to the center with a magpie perched on a branch of blossoming prunus, with peony flowers in bloom below,  all framed by scattered floral and fruit sprays at the rim, the underside applied with a raspberry-red enamel (2)

Provenance

Mark Collection, no. M60 (label). 
John Sparks Ltd., London.
Collection of Sidney T. Cook (1910-1964), and thence by descent. 

Condition

One dish in overall good condition. The other dish with two hairline cracks from the rim (longest approx. 8.3 cm) and minute wear to the ruby-red enamel.
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.