Lot 206
  • 206

AN ANHUA AND BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' STEM CUP YUAN DYNASTY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
the deep rounded sides rising from a tall spreading ribbed foot to an everted rim, anhua decorated to the well of the interior with a pair of sinuous dragons encircling an underglaze-blue floret and within a classic scroll band at the rim, the exterior freely painted with a large scaly dragon in pursuit of a flaming pearl

Condition

There is a small 5mm hairline crack to the rim, and a slight discolouration to the glaze in a band below the rim to the interior. There is a firing inconsistency to the glaze at the top of the foot - 5mm by 2mm. There is a minor glaze inconsistency and three small iron spots to the interior.
"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."