- 2574
A PAIR OF UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND IRON-RED 'LOTUS' CUPS SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF JIAQING
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
the thinly potted round sides painted in vivid tones of cobalt-blue and iron-red with four stylised lotus heads crowned by curling stems of foliage, double-line borders at the rim, the base with the six-character seal mark
Condition
The cups are in good condition, and are well matched as a pair in term of painting and size. There is a firing line to the interior of one bowl, of approx 0.4cm. To the other bowl, there is a short firing line under the glaze on the base, of approx 0.3cm, and an ironspot on the interior.
"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."