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A BLUE AND WHITE 'BAJIXIANG' VASE, GU SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG |
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description
- 34.5 cm, 13 1/2 in.
modelled after the archaic bronze vessel, brightly painted around the flared neck and domed bell-shaped base with the beribboned bajixiang interspersed amongst meandering lotus scrolls, divided by lotus scrolls encircling the central bulbous section, the dense floral design further accentuated with key-fret and lappet borders, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark
Provenance
A Japanese private collection.
Christie's New York, 19th September 2007, lot 321.
Christie's New York, 19th September 2007, lot 321.
Condition
The vase is in good overall condition. It is very slightly slanted. There are original glaze crackles, especially to the inner rim and around the foot, some extending over the rims. There is also light wear and a tiny flake 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."