- 3101
A FINE PAIR OF 'DRAGONS AND BATS' DISHES SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
each painted with two five-clawed dragons striding in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' on the exterior, reserved in green enamel against a white incised ground of turbulent waves and rocks, the interior decorated in shades of iron-red with five hovering bats, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Christie's Hong Kong, 31st October 1994, lot 581.
Condition
Both dishes are in very good condition. The enamels are all very well preserved. There is a minute burst air bubble on the head of one of the dragons.
"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."