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AN IRON-RED AND GREEN-ENAMELED 'DRAGON' DISH QING DYNASTY, SHUNZHI PERIOD |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 7 3/4 in., 19.7 cm
the shallow rounded sides rising to a gently everted rim, boldly enameled with a frontal writhing four-clawed dragon, its scaly limbs outstretched in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', all amid stylized cloud wisps, the underside undecorated, coll. no. 396
Provenance
Louis Joseph, London.
Geoffrey Waters, Ltd., London, 2001.
Geoffrey Waters, Ltd., London, 2001.
Condition
The dish is in good condition with expected wear to the enamels and surface overall. A few shallow chips to the foot.
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.