Lot 3624
  • 3624

A SMALL DOUCAI 'LOTUS' STEMCUP QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD, CHENGHUA MARK

Estimate
250,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
decorated in doucai enamels with alternating iron-red and underglaze-blue lotus florets issuing from budding foliate scrolls, the splayed stem with a raised ring between bands of yellow and iron-red florets, above a ruyi-head border around the foot, the base with an apocryphal six-character Chenghua mark encircling the hollow stem, wood stand

Provenance

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 26th October 2003, lot 12 (right, one of a pair).

Condition

A section of approx. 1/3 of the foot is restored, mostly confined to the unglazed area. Otherwise good condition.
"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."