A BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' BOWL SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

of ogee form resting on a short foot, painted in vivid cobalt-blue tones on the exterior with two ferocious five-clawed dragons in mutual pursuit through flames and cloud swirls, the interior with a central medallion enclosing a dragon writhing among cloud swirls within a double-line border repeated at the rim, the base inscribed with the six-character seal mark in underglaze-blue

The rim has been slightly polished, but otherwise the piece is in good condition overall. There are six small glaze gaps to the exterior. There is a short stained scratch on the interior. There are two short body lines under the glaze associated with a small ironspot, the larger approx 0.2cm.
"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.
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