TWENTY BLUE AND WHITE AND IRON RED 'DRAGON' BOWLS MARKS AND PERIOD OF TONGZHI

each with three five-clawed dragons striding above waves chasing a gold 'flaming pearl', the interior with a dragon holding a pearl, the base with a four-character iron-red mark

All are generally in good condition. There is 3.5 cm two-prongs 'A'-shaped hairline crack to the rim of one and four short hairlines in the glaze on the interior of another. There are some rare minute specks or pinholes in the glaze, light rubbing to the enamel or very occasional original nicks to the footrim, but all together the set has been remarkably well preserved. The actual colour is less yellow compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."