Lot 439
  • 439

A BLUE AND WHITE CUPSTAND QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD, ZHIYUAN TANG ZHI MARK

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
the interior painted with a pair of five-clawed dragons striding among clouds, the centre with a raised contour for receiving the cup, the exterior painted with clouds, the base with a Zhiyuan Tang zhi ('Hall of Extended Remoteness') hall mark within a double-square

Provenance

E&J Frankel collection, no. 1402 (label).
Gloria Merces Virtutis Collection (label).

Condition

There are two repaired chips to the rim, one of which has been painted over. There is fritting to the central circular raised section as visible on the catalogue photo. There are light surface scratches 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.
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