- 3655
AN INCISED YELLOW-GLAZED 'DRAGON' DISH SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG |
Estimate
120,000 - 150,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- 17.3 cm, 6 3/4 in.
the shallow rounded sides rising from a short foot to a gently flared rim, finely incised to the interior with a five-clawed writhing dragon in pursuit of a flaming pearl amidst stylised clouds and flames, the underside similarly decorated with two dragons, covered overall in a yellow glaze of rich egg-yolk tone, the base left white with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
A North American private collection.
Sotheby Parke-Bernet, New York, 15th June 1983, lot 324.
Sotheby Parke-Bernet, New York, 15th June 1983, lot 324.
Condition
There are light surface scratches and minor typical firing imperfections, the dish is otherwise in good overall condition.
"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."