A PAIR OF WUCAI 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' BOWLS JIAQING SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD |

each potted with deep rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot to a gently flared rim, painted to the exterior with two dragons striding in pursuit of 'flaming pearls', divided by phoenix in flight, reserved on a leafy floral ground, all below a band of 'Eight Buddhist Emblems' and ruyi at the rim, the interior with a dragon medallion, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue (2)

Collection of Vincenzo Lojacono (1885-1954), acquired in China between 1933 and 1937.

One has several minute restored rim flakes. The other in overall good condition with a minute potting flaw to the foot ring.
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.

The present pair is from the same collection as the pair sold in these rooms, 13th September 2017, lot 31.