- 1005
A WUCAI 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 6 1/4 in., 15.8 cm
the rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a gently flaring rim, painted to the exterior with two dragons each striding in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', divided by a pair of phoenix, all below a band of bajixiang interspersed with ruyi emblems, the interior with a central medallion enclosing an iron red enameled dragon and a 'flaming pearl', the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Purchased in England, circa 1900, and thence by descent.
Collection of Nicholas C. Bucknall (1939-2014).
Collection of Nicholas C. Bucknall (1939-2014).
Condition
2 inch haircrack running down from the rim.
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.