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A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'LANÇA' BOWLS QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Diameter: 6 1/3 inches, 16.5 cm.
each painted on the exterior with interlinked pomegranate lappets with iron-red mandorla-shaped flammiform outline, interspersed with iron-red, green, aubergine and yellow lança characters in between, the interior rim with a narrow band of similar characters, the base with four-character Zhi He Tang zhi (Hall of Extended Harmony) mark in iron-red within a double square (2)
Condition
Both rims with small areas of discoloration from iron spots and the surface of the bowls with minor wear, scattered iron spots and burst pinprick bubbles. One bowl is slightly warped and the interior of the other with a few glazed-over kiln adhesions and a small chip to 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.
Catalogue Note
A doucai bowl with this exact decoration but with a different mark and of slightly smaller size, was sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 14th November 1983, lot 162.