- 1535
A SMALL INCISED WHITE-GLAZED 'DRAGON' STEM CUP QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 3 3/8 in., 8.6 cm
the exterior incised with two striding dragons each in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark
Provenance
Collection of Stephen Junkunc, III (d. 1978).
Condition
The cup is in overall good condition, with some minor firing imperfections (including speckling to a section of the rim and the interior base, possibly from ), and expected surface wear, and some minute nicks to the footring.
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.