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A BLUE AND WHITE 'BUDDHIST' STEMBOWL QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
- Height 6 in., 15 cm
the globular body set on a tall spreading foot, the four characters, Emituofo (Amitabha Buddha), encircling the bowl, each character separated by a seated bodhisattva or an image of Budai with a rosary in hand, a staggered lappet band round the stem above alternating intertwining foliate and diamond pattern motifs, the mouth and foot rims dressed with a brown wash, coll. no. 425
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 7th-8th June 2000, lot 237.
Condition
The stembowl is in good condition overall. There is wear to the surface, minor imperfections and the foot rim is very slightly uneven.
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.