- 838
A FAMILLE-ROSE 'BIRTHDAY' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF TONGZHI
Estimate
26,000 - 35,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the interior decorated below the key-fret border with beribboned wan symbols alternating with roundels enclosing the Wanshouwujiang characters (‘endless longevity without limit’), all encircling a shou medallion bordered by cresting waves, all reserved against the yellow ground, the exterior with blue-enamelled feathery scrolls, inscribed to the base with a six-character mark
Provenance
C.C. Teng & Co. (label).
Condition
The dish is in overall very good condition, with expected wear and losses to the gilding and enamels. It also has some original firing imperfections such as a horizontal body line with an associated shallow firing line to the wall.
"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."