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A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'DRAGON AND CARP' SAUCER DISHES YONGZHENG MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
each with rounded sides rising from a tapered foot, the central medallion painted with a sinuous iron-red dragon amidst radiating colourful cloud wisps and stylised flame scrolls, all encircled by four carp leaping from turbulent foaming green waves, the decoration divided by double line borders repeated at the rim, the exterior similarly decorated with crashing green waves, inscribed to the base with a six-character Yongzheng mark within a double circle
Provenance
Collection of Evelyn Annenberg Hall.
Christie's New York, 29th March 2006, lot 109.
Condition
One with rim chip, measuring approximately 4mm wide and glaze chip, measuring approximately 22mm; small chips to foot ring. The second with two small rim chips, measuring approximately 1.5mm and 2mm; and loss to red enamel above dragon's head; one glaze imperfection to waves to exterior. Both with minor surface wear and firing imperfections.
"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."