Lot 441
  • 441

AN INCISED GREEN AND YELLOW-ENAMELLED 'DRAGON' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
the deep rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a flaring rim, incised and painted in green enamel against an egg-yolk yellow ground, the exterior with two ferocious dragons striding amidst cloud wisps and flame scrolls in pursuit of flaming pearls, all below an undulating foliate scroll and above a band of linked ruyi heads, the interior with a shou character within a circle, the base inscribed with a six-character Daoguang seal mark

Condition

One faint rim crack, with shallow vertical crack to exterior, the crack approximately 25mm; the chip approximately 4mm. Otherwise in good 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."