TWO YELLOW-GROUND AUBERGINE AND GREEN-ENAMELED 'DRAGON' DISHES KANGXI MARKS AND PERIOD

the rounded sides rising from a tapering foot, the central medallion incised and picked out in green and aubergine enamels with two writhing dragons contending a 'flaming pearl', the exterior similarly decorated with four clusters of grape vines, six-character mark in aubergine within a double circle (2)

Acquired in China, 1950s and thence by descent.

One with frit to foot, three hairline cracks to rim and a small chip to the rim. The other with four hairline cracks to the rim.
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.
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