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A RARE DOUCAI ‘DRAGON ROUNDEL’ BOWL KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
the deep rounded sides resting on a tapering foot, painted to the exterior with four roundels each formed from a ferocious dragon writhing amongst cloud scrolls in pursuit of a flaming pearl, all divided by five-colour ruyi clouds, the interior decorated in underglaze-blue with a central medallion enclosing a dragon with bifurcated tail, writhing amongst meandering floral scrolls, the base with a six-character reign mark in three vertical columns within a double-circle
Provenance
Collection of William Wilberforce Winkworth (until 1972, by repute).
Collection of Edward (Ted) Addison Wrangham OBE (1928-2009).
Collection of Edward (Ted) Addison Wrangham OBE (1928-2009).
Condition
In good general condition, with four several restored chips and fritting at the rim, the largest measuring approximately 13mm. Very light surface wear elsewhere.
"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."