Lot 808
  • 808

A YELLOW-GROUND FAMILLE-ROSE ‘MAGPIE AND PRUNUS’ DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF TONGZHI

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
brightly enamelled to the interior with numerous magpies in various postures amidst prunus trees and branches, all reserved on a yellow ground, the underside with three detached floral scrolls, the base inscribed in iron red with four-character reign mark

Condition

The dish is in overall very good condition and the enamels are very well preserved.
"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."