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A 'FAMILLE-ROSE' 'HUNDRED BOYS' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the rounded sides brightly enameled with the 'hundred boys' depicted holding lotus lanterns, long staves supporting various mythical beasts, gong and other musical instruments, while others play firecrackers, all framed with a band of linked ruyi heads around the rim and the foot, the interior and base glazed in turquoise, the base with the six-character iron-red Daoguang seal mark reserved in a white square
Condition
An area of restoration and over-spraying, extending approximately 60mm across the rim and a maximum of 35m down the side; 1 faint rim crack, approximately 20mm long. Several small enamel flakes to inside rim.
"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."