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A BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' BOWL AND A BLUE AND WHITE 'LINGZHI' SAUCER MARKS AND PERIOD OF WANLI
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
the bowl with rounded sides and an everted rim, decorated on the interior with a central dragon surrounded by two phoenix; the saucer with a spray of three lingzhi encircled by detached lychee sprays and chrysanthemum on the underside, both inscribed in underglaze blue with six-character reign marks
Provenance
The 'lingzhi' dish: R&G McPherson Antiques, London.
The 'dragon' dish: Nicholas Pitcher Oriental Art Ltd., London.
The 'dragon' dish: Nicholas Pitcher Oriental Art Ltd., London.
Condition
The bowl and the saucer are generally in good condition. There are some expected minor specks in the glaze or light scratches to the interior of both.
"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."
"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."