Lot 66
  • 66

A WUCAI DISH WANLI MARK AND PERIOD

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
  • c.20cm., diam.
the shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot to an everted rim, brightly enamelled to the interior with a medallion enclosing two immortals in a garden, encircled in the well by eight shou characters supported on a leafy lingzhi meander, the exterior with eight floral sprays, the base inscribed with a six-character mark in underglaze-blue

Provenance

Hotel Drouot, Paris, 26th March 2008.

Condition

The dish is in very good condition with the exception of some light rim fritting, minor scratches to the interior and a scratched collectors mark to the base.
"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.
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