A WHITE-GLAZED 'ANHUA' WINE CUP KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD

the steep sides rising to a gently everted rim, delicately incised with an anhua design of two dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl amongst stylized flames, covered overall in an even white glaze, six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle

A gift to the current owner from Robert West, New York. Mr. West bequeathed the major part of his collection to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in the 1950s.

There is an approx 1 in. (2.5 cm) hairline crack to the rim, and a glazed over small chip to the rim.
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.