- 3704
A DOUCAI 'MANDARIN DUCK AND LOTUS POND' BOWL SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG
Estimate
180,000 - 280,000 HKD
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Description
- porcelain
the steep rounded sides painted to the exterior with pairs of mandarin ducks depicted swimming and flying amidst large iron-red lotus blooms, below a narrow band of underglaze blue dragons in pursuit of 'flaming pearls', the interior similarly decorated with a central medallion enclosing a pair of ducks in a lotus pond, below a band of lança characters encircling the rim, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark
Provenance
C.C. Teng & Co., Taipei.
Condition
The bowl is in overall good condition. There are characteristic firing imperfections and light surface wear, as well as enamel crackles and flakes, particularly to the green enamel, the most visible measuring approx 0.5 by 0.6 cm to one leaf on 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."
"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."