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A BLUE AND WHITE 'MANDARIN DUCKS' BOWL YONGZHENG MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
the gently rounded sides rising from a straight foot, the exterior painted in underglaze blue with a continuous scene of mandarin ducks swimming in a pond with lotus, and a bird in flight above, the recessed base inscribed with a six-character mark within double circles
Provenance
From the collection of the Scottish Clan Donnachaidh, also known as Clan Robertson, according to label reading Virtutis Mr Gloria Merces, no. 60.
Max Robertson Esq, London (1915-2009).
Sotheby's London, 17th July 2003, lot 334.
Max Robertson Esq, London (1915-2009).
Sotheby's London, 17th July 2003, lot 334.
Condition
The bowl is slightly warped. There is a hairline rim crack running approx. 8cm down the interior and 3cm on the exterior. Apart from other minor glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots, burst glaze bubbles etc., the bowl is in 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."
"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."