Lot 517
  • 517

A FAMILLE-ROSE ‘PEACH’ LOBED DISH LATE QING DYNASTY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
with a scalloped rim, finely painted with a fruiting and flowering branch of peach tree continuing onto the exterior, five iron-red bats fluttering by, apocryphal Qianlong mark

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 10th September 2002, lot 255.

Condition

There are some light scratches on the interior, some minute impurities in the glaze or occasional rubbing to the enamels, predominantly the bats, but overall the condition is good. The actual colour is consistent with the catalogue illustration.
"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."