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A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE ‘DRAGON AND PHOENIX’ BOWLS JIAQING SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
each with rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a gently flaring rim, the exterior painted with a dragon and phoenix in flight amongst clouds chasing a flaming pearl, the interior with a gnarled leafy branch of fruiting peaches, inscribed with a six-character seal mark
Provenance
Christie’s London, 19th April 1983, lot 373.
Condition
These are in good condition, however there are glaze flaws to the interior of each. There is rubbing to the iron-red on the tail of one dragon to the exterior of one bowl.
"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."