Lot 216
  • 216

A TURQUOISE-GROUND 'DAYAZHAI' BOWL QING DYNASTY, GUANGXU PERIOD

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ceramic
  • 16.7cm
covered overall in a turquoise ground, the exterior with a bird perched amongst branches of wisteria and pink roses below the iron-red Dayazhai (Studio of Great Elegance) mark and oval seal mark bearing tiandi yijia chun (heaven and earth enjoying spring as one), the base with a four-character mark yongqing changchun (eternal joy and everlasting spring)

Condition

The enamel is crackled, particularly to the interior with an associated small flake (approx. 0.2 by 0.2 cm area), and a further enamel flake on the foot (approx. 0.4 by 0.6 cm). There is a hairline crack to the rim approx. 1.7 cm. The rim has a few tiny frits, and there are scratches/wear to the surface of the glaze to the interior .
"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."