A YELLOW AND BLUE MING-STYLE 'LOTUS BOUQUET' DISH QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the rounded sides rising from a short tapered foot to a slightly everted lipped rim, well-painted in underglaze cobalt blue against a bright yellow-enameled ground, the interior with a ribboned bouquet of lotus and other water plants, surrounded on the sides by a composite floral scroll, all below a classic scroll border at the rim, the exterior with a composite flower scroll between a band of keyfret and stylized scrollwork, the yellow-enameled base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark within a white square panel

Collection of T. Contella (1896-1996), Washington D.C., acquired in the 1930s.

The rim has restorations to cover numerous fritting and small shallow chips. There are also two short rim cracks, measuring approx. 2.7 cm and 2.5 cm. The surface with expected wear.
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.

First produced in blue and white during the Yongle period, 'lotus bouquet' dishes were made by the imperial kilns of subsequent reigns. The yellow and blue palette was also a Ming dynasty innovation first appearing during the famed Xuande period. The striking combination of the two came to fruition during the reign of the Yongzheng emperor and continued its popularity into the Qianlong period. A Qianlong period imperial dish of similar size and design from the Meiyintang Collection was sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 8th April 2013, lot 16.