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A BLUE AND WHITE DISH FOR THE PORTUGUESE MARKET MING DYNASTY, WANLI PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot to a flaring everted rim, the interior painted in underglaze-blue with a butterfly hovering above two qilin amid floral blossom and lingzhi sprays, all encircled by butterflies and fruiting sprays, the rim with pavilion and monastery design divided by floral sprays, Buddhist lions and figures under a canopy, the exterior with pendent stylised foliage, with Japanese wooden box
Condition
The dish is in very good condition with the exception of minor rim fritting, light adherence of kiln grit to the interior and minor glaze firing imperfections and light glaze scratches.
"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."