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A FAMILLE-ROSE 'FLOWER-BALL' BOWL GUANGXU MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- ceramic
the rounded sides rising from a straight foot to an everted rim, decorated around the exterior with a profusion of multi-colored 'flower-balls' and one 'shou' medallion in gilt, some freely floating, others overlapping in small clusters of two or three blooms, all enameled in soft pastels against a white ground, the mark in iron-red
Condition
There is wear to the gilding on the 'shou' medallion, and some minor wear to the other 'flower-balls', but otherwise the bowl is in overall good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.