Lot 1
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A BLUE AND WHITE CHARGER, WANLI PERIOD

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 AUD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A BLUE AND WHITE CHARGER, WANLI PERIOD
  • 36cm diameter
the interior painted with insects and flowering plants growing beside rocks in an octagonal landscape medallion, within diaper borders, the shallow widely flared sides with radiating petal-shaped panels of ribboned precious objects alternating with flowering stems

Provenance

Spink & Son Ltd, London

Condition

rim frits and two chips on rim underside approximately 7mm, slight wear on interior. otherwise good 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."

Catalogue Note

Compare with a similar dish illustrated by Jessica Harrison-Hall, Ming Ceramics in the British Museum, London, 2001, pl. 11:107