Lot 164
  • 164

A FINE WUCAI 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Diameter 6 1/8  in., 15.5 cm
the deep rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot to a gently flaring rim, painted to the exterior with two dragons each striding in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', divided by two phoenix in flight, reserved on a leafy floral ground, all below a band of 'Auspicious Emblems' and ruyi at the rim, the interior with a medallion enclosing a further dragon and 'flaming pearl', the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Reportedly given to President Rutherford Birchard Hayes (1822-1893) by a member of the Chinese imperial family in the late 1800s.
Gifted by the Hayes family to the mother of the present owner in the 1960s.

Condition

The bowl is in good condition with only a couple very small, faint iron spots to the interior and minimal expected wear to the enamels.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.