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A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' BOWLS QIANLONG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
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each with deep rounded sides supported by a slightly curved foot, the exterior painted with a pair of Ming-style dragons amidst ruyi clouds beneath a double-line band at the rim, the interior centered by a double-line roundel encircling a similar dragon, the base with a six-character seal mark (2)
Provenance
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hoover (1874-1964), and thence by descent.
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Hoover (1907-1993), no. 252.
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York.
Collection of Benno Schmidt, Sr, and thence by descent.
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Hoover (1907-1993), no. 252.
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York.
Collection of Benno Schmidt, Sr, and thence by descent.
Condition
Both bowls with polished rims and expected wear, but otherwise in overall good condition.
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.
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.