- 2553
A SMALL BLUE AND WHITE BOX AND COVER DU LI FU MARK, MING DYNASTY, JIAJING PERIOD
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
of trapezoidal form, painted around the three sides in deep cobalt-blue with cranes swooping amongst cloud swirls, the fourth with a chysanthemum spray and an endless knot, the cover of conforming shape decorated with three bajixiang, including the parasol, vase and twin-fish, alternating with peach sprays, surmounted by a small circular knop, the base inscribed with the characters Du li fu ('Superintendant of the Government office') within a double rectangle
Provenance
A Private Japanese Collection.
Condition
The piece is in good condition overall. There are scattered pinholes throughout. There is a firing line on the interior rim of the cover approx 1.3 cm.
"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."