Lot 118
  • 118

A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE FISH BOWL QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
the steep sloping sides rising to a slightly everted rim, painted in bright cobalt-blue tones and moulded in shallow relief with egrets wading in a lotus pond, below monumental lotus pods, flowers and leaves

Provenance

Collection of Baronne de Kerchove, Château de Bellem, Belgium.
Acquired by the father of the present owner on 26th October 1964.

Condition

The bowl is in general good condition with the exception of scratches to the surface of the glaze both to the interior and the exterior. There are burst bubbles throughout, and surface wear and glaze inconsistencies to the bottom interior.
"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."