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FOUR OCTAGONAL BLUE AND WHITE BOXES AND COVERS TRANSITIONAL PERIOD, CIRCA 1640
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
three painted with a pair of phoenix to the cover amongst ruyi and Daoist emblems and flame scrolls, above radiating panels of lotus, chrysanthemum and peony, the fourth painted with a pencilled dragon amongst clouds and a flaming pearl, one box with apocryphal Xuande mark
Provenance
Collection of Captain M. Hatcher.
Christie's Amsterdam, 14th February 1985, lots 25, 26, 27 & 60.
Condition
The four boxes and covers are in very good overall condition, with the exception of short firing lines to each box on the corners of the interior, minor frits and tiny chips to the edges, minor glaze firing imperfections including iron spots and slight glaze degradation due to sea water. The dragon box also has a short firing crack to the footring. It should be noted that the cobalt-blue is of a slightly stronger tone than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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."
"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."