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A PAIR OF GREEN AND YELLOW 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' BOWLS GUANGXU MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Diameter : 4 ¾ inches, 12 cm
each with steeply rounded sides rising from a straight foot, the exterior with two dragons chasing 'flaming pearls' separated by two phoenix amongst cloud and flame motifs, the interior with a shou medallion, six-character mark in underglaze blue (2)
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 27th-28th October 1992, lot 179.
Condition
There is surface wear to the exterior, and minor ochre-colored firing flaws to the interior, with a few scattered burst bubbles.
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.