Lot 2554
  • 2554

A BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF JIAJING

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

the base of the interior painted with a sinuous five-clawed winged dragon with a long scrolling tail encircling a sprig of lotus, enclosed within double circles, the exterior decorated with a pair of similar winged dragons chasing each other on a cloud ground, the base inscribed with a six-character reign mark

Provenance

A Private Japanese Collection.

Condition

There are a few minor pinholes on the interior and three on the exterior base. There ar a few short glaze gaps on the exterior. Apart from a small 1 cm section of the rim lightly polished down, the overall condition is quite good.
"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."