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A WUCAI 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Diameter 6 1/4 in., 15.9 cm
the deep rounded sides rising from a straight foot to flaring rim, the exterior painted in polychrome enamel with two five-clawed dragons each pursuing a 'flaming pearl', a pair of soaring phoenix dividing the beasts, a dragon medallion at the well, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Japanese Private Collection (by repute).
Condition
There is an approx. 1-cm hairline rim crack with an associated bruise, and a short star crack to the lower body. An approx. 3.3-cm length of the rim is slightly over-fired. Minor expected wear to 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.
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.