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A WHITE-GLAZED ANHUA-DECORATED 'DRAGON' STEMBOWL QIANLONG MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
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finely incised to the wide flaring sides with two confronting dragons in pursuit of a flaming pearl above swirling waves, the hollow foot with ruyi-shaped clouds and flaming wisps, covered overall in a lustrous transparent bluish-white glaze, the interior centered with a six-character mark within a double circle
Provenance
Collection of Samuel C. David (1871-1940), St Louis.
Condition
In excellent general condition, with the exception of two small chips to the foot, measuring 0.3 cm and 0.2 cm. The exterior with two tiny stained burst air bubbles above the flaming pearl. There are a few additional scattered iron spots and burst air bubbles.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.