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A BLUE AND WHITE PILGRIM FLASK FOR THE PORTUGUESE MARKET MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
the flattened circular body rising from a spreading foot to a tall waisted neck, painted to the front face with the arms of Philip II of Spain enclosed by leafy floral sprays, the reverse with butterflies hovering amongst floral sprays issuing from rockwork, the sides with scrolling lotus, decorated with further floral sprays at the neck
Provenance
A Japanese Private Collection.
Condition
This rare flask has a gold lacquer repair encircling the neck, characteristic minor glaze frits to the edges of the body and foot, but is in otherwise good condition.
"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."