- 1958
A GREEN-GROUND 'DRAGON' BOWL MARK AND PERIOD OF KANGXI
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description
the delicately potted exterior finely incised with a pair of sinuous dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl hovering over crashing waves amid wispy clouds, the decoration picked-out in aubergine glaze reserved against a bright emerald green ground, the interior glazed white, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark
Provenance
Formerly in a Japanese Collection.
Condition
There is a 3 mm hairline on the rim, a minute burst air bubble with an attendant 4 mm bodyline (not a crack), a few specks of kiln grit on the interior, and an 8 mm bodyline at the base. However the overall condition is still quite good with intact enamels.
"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."