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A CELADON-GLAZED 'LOTUS' DISH KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the shallow rounded sides rising to a straight rim and resting on a short foot, the exterior well-molded and carved with overlapping and radiating lotus petals, the interior plain, all under a pale, bubble-suffused celadon glaze which pools in the carved recesses of the decoration outlining the design, the rim and base glazed white, six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double-circle
Condition
There is restoration to approximately 2 inches (5 cm) of the rim edge and a tiny burst air bubble on the exterior above the foot.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.