Lot 522
  • 522

A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE 'FISHERMEN' DISHES QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
each decorated with two fishermen catching carps in a pond in front of a rural compound, a boy joyfully clasping and two ladies watching at the scene from a fenced courtyard, two white cranes soaring by    

Condition

There is a 1.3 cm hairline in the glaze and a couple of flakes under the rim of one. The other dish is in good condition with some typical minor fritting to the rim in one area and occasional firing faults including an unburst air bubble to the interior.
"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."