Lot 594
  • 594

A BLUE AND WHITE CUP QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description

  • porcelain
the exterior painted with two mandarin ducks swimming in a lotus pond, the reverse inscribed with an extract from a Tang poem relating to lotus, followed by the seal shang (appreciate), the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark

Condition

There are characteristic firing imperfections, including a 0.2 cm firing flaw to the interior. A small section of the rim has been polished.
"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."