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A CORAL-GROUND RESERVE-DECORATED 'LOTUS' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Diameter 5 1/8 in., 13 cm
the deep rounded sides rising from a short foot to a flared rim, the exterior covered in brilliant coral-red enamel, decorated in reserve with stylized meandering lotus and peony scrolls, the outlines of the leaves and petals pencilled in iron red, the interior glazed white, inscribed to the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Collection of Wilhelm Montelius (1852-1918).
Condition
In mostly good condition but with minute flakes to the iron-red enamel at the rim, including two touched-up flakes (length of each approx. 6 mm; one with a small associated area of overspray).
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.
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.