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A RARE PAIR OF PAINTED ENAMEL ‘DRAGON’ DISHES QING DYNASTY, EARLY 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt bronze painted enamel
each with rounded sides rising from a gently flaring foot, the interior painted in green and blue enamel with a central medallion formed from entwined dragons, encircled by iron-red bats in flight amongst scrolling clouds, all reserved on a bright yellow ground, the base similarly decorated with a dragon medallion on a yellow ground
Provenance
Bluett’s, London.
Condition
Both dishes in good general condition. One with a small 3mm chip and a 2mm flake beneath the metal-bound exterior rim. Minor firing imperfections and wear to the gilding. One dish with a partially removed Bluett's label to the base.
"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."