- 1546
A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'CRANE AND TRIGRAM' BOWLS DAOGUANG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD |
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 5 3/8 in., 13.7 cm
each painted around the exterior with eight medallions, each enclosing one of the trigrams, interspersed with ruyi-shaped clouds and flying cranes, all above jagged rocks and crashing waves, the interior with a central rosette on a formal ground of crested waves, a diaper border around the rim, the base with a six-character seal mark (2)
Condition
One bowl is in good condition with only minor expected wear to the surface. The other bowl has a restored hairline crack to the rim (approx. 2.5 cm), a bruise to the interior of the foot (with associated glaze cracks), and minor expected wear to the surface.
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.