Lot 3609
  • 3609

A DOUCAI 'PHOENIX' VASE, YUHUCHUNPING QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD |

Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description

  • 33.8 cm, 13 1/4  in.
well potted with a pear-shaped body rising from a countersunk base to a tall tubular neck and wide everted rim, the body decorated with phoenix soaring with outstretched wings amidst undulating floral scrolls issuing curling foliage, the dense design interrupted with six raised ribs along the neck and shoulder

Provenance

Yamanaka & Co., New York, 1943, lot 1215.

Exhibited

Yamanaka & Co., Collection of Chinese and Other Far Eastern Art Assembled by Yamanaka & Company, Inc. Now in Process of Liquidation Under the Supervision of the Alien Property Custodian of the United States of America, New York, 1943, cat. no. 1215.

Condition

The vase is in good overall condition. There are surface scratches and minor enamel flakes. There are also expected firing imperfections.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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