- 1576
AN UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND YELLOW-ENAMELED 'DRAGON' DISH DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Ceramics
- Diameter 10 in., 25.3 cm
painted to the interior with a writhing dragon in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', the exterior similarly decorated, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Collection of Gustav Detring (1842-1913) or Constantin von Hanneken (1854-1925), and thence by descent.
Condition
The dish with a restored V-form break through the body and with associated restored losses and chips to the rim. The surface with discolored restoration of loss to the blue enamel and cloudy, flaking 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.