- 3205
A WUCAI BOWL WITH FIGURES MARK AND PERIOD OF WANLI
Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description
the well rounded sides rising from a short straight foot, colourfully painted with a procession of figures bearing tributes on a tray, followed by mythical beasts carrying gifts, below a zig-zag band at the rim, the interior well painted with a five-clawed dragon enclosed in a medallion, the base inscribed with an underglaze blue six-character reign mark
Provenance
An old Japanese collection.
Condition
A small section of about 0.7 cm of the mouthrim has been slightly polished down. Apart from some surface scratches and wear to the enamels, especially to the interior dragon medallion, the overall condition of the bowl 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."
"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."