- 1136
A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE AND IRON-RED 'DRAGON' DISHES MARKS AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG, DATED TO THE GENGXU YEAR (1850)
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
each decorated on the interior with an iron-red dragon writhing among blue and white clouds in reach of a central 'flaming pearl', the underside similarly decorated with two dragons striding in mutual pursuit, the base inscribed in iron red with a six-character Daoguang Gengxu nian zhi date (in accordance with 1850)
Condition
There is an area of orange discolouration in the glaze to the interior of both dishes, together with a few pinholes or specks on the interior and underside. Otherwise the two dishes are in 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."