- 1749
A CARVED 'QIANGJIN' LACQUER 'DRAGON' TRAY MARK AND PERIOD OF WANLI, DATED TO THE BINGCHEN YEAR (CORRESPONDING TO 1660)
Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
the shallow and lightly incised rectangular tray flared sides enclosing two confronting 'five-claw' dragons chasing 'flaming pearls' amongst waves and ruyi-shaped clouds, the centre decorated with double-axe standards held in a vase and a pair of conch shells above pointed rock formations, reserved on wan diaper ground, the exterior body is surrounded by meandering foliate scrolls with a lotus flower on each side, below a band of key-fret scrolls, the underside lacquered in black and incised with an eight-character Daming Wanli bingchen nianzhi mark
Condition
The overall condition is very good with consolidated chips repaired on the interior corners. The underside appears to be in original condition.
"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."