A CELADON-GLAZED TRAY SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

of octagonal form supported on four bracket feet, the flared sides rising to an everted rim, finely carved around the exterior with undulating kui dragons and writhing phoenix transforming into peony scrolls, the flat rim with quatrefoil motifs and ruyi at the corners interlocked with scrolling leaves, the feet decorated with key-fret, all beneath a pale bluish-green transparent glaze resembling the qingbai porcelain of the Song dynasty, the base centred with the six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

There is a short 3 cm firing crack on one side of the interior, iron spots and minor kiln grits but overall the tray is in very good condition. The tray has spur marks on the interior and on the base. The actual colour is slightly greener than the catalogue illustration.
"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.
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