- 3722
A FINE BLUE AND WHITE OGEE 'DRAGON' BOWL SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG
Estimate
250,000 - 300,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
finely potted with ogee sides rising from a short foot, the interior centred with a deep cobalt-blue medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon writhing sinuously amidst flames, the exterior with a pair of dragons soaring amidst flames and ruyi-shaped cloud swirls, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark
Provenance
Collection of J.F. Woodthorpe (1897-1966).
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 9th October 2007, lot 1568.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 9th October 2007, lot 1568.
Condition
The overall condition is very good except for a few original trapped bubbles and typical minor wear to the interior well.
"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."