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A LARGE MOULDED PALE CELADON DISH YONGZHENG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
the short tapering foot rising to the rounded sides and everted rim, the exterior moulded with overlapping lotus petals and the interior moulded in relief with a dragon flying amongst cloud and flame scrolls, covered in an even pale celadon glaze, the base with a six-character Yongzheng seal mark
Condition
The interior of the dish has a 0.3 x 0.3cm discoloured burst glaze bubble and several iron spots (circa 0.1 x 0.1cm) along the walls. The rim has several spots where the glaze pulls (the largest area measuring 0.3 x 0.3cm) and a circa 2cm glazed-over body crack extending to a 7cm hairline which is also visible from the exterior. The exterior has a burst glaze bubble and minor chips to the footring.
"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."