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A PAIR OF UNDERGLAZE BLUE AND IRON RED 'BAT' DISHES GUANGXU MARKS AND PERIOD |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 6 1/8 in., 15.6 cm
each painted in vibrant iron-red enamel with five bats (wufu) forming a ring at the center and further bats soaring around the cavetto and exterior, underglaze blue double lines bordering each set of bats and a band of underglaze-blue keyfret encircling the foot, the base with a six-character mark in underglaze blue (2)
Condition
One with an approx. 0.3 cm wide shallow flake chip to the outer mouth rim and wear to the iron red on the interior. The other is in overall good condition. Both with some expected minor firing imperfections and surface wear.
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.