- 442
AN INCISED GREEN AND AUBERGINE-ENAMELLED 'DRAGON' BOWL JIAQING SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the deep rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a flaring rim, incised and painted in aubergine enamel against a bright green ground, the exterior with two ferocious dragons striding amidst radiating cloud wisps and flame scrolls in pursuit of flaming pearls, all below turbulent cresting waves crashing on stylised mountains, the interior glazed white, inscribed to the base with a six-character Jiaqing seal mark
Condition
Four extremely faint, short hairlines to rim, the longest 20mm long. Otherwise, in good conditon.
"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."