- 3721
A YELLOW-GROUND GREEN-ENAMELLED 'DRAGON' BOWL SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the deep rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to a flaring rim, incised and painted in green enamel against an egg-yolk yellow ground, the exterior with two ferocious dragons striding amidst cloud wisps and flame scrolls in pursuit of 'flaming pearls', all below an undulating foliate scroll and above a band of linked ruyi heads, the interior with a medallion enclosing a shou character, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark
Provenance
Christie's New York, 3rd June 1993, lot 289.
Condition
There are two hairline cracks of approx. 1.5 and 0.5 cm from the mouthrim, but otherwise in overall good condition with some occasional surface scratches.
"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."