- 1000
TWO PAIRS OF ENAMELED DISHES QING DYNASTY / EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
the first pair decorated with green incised dragons on a yellow ground, six-character Daoguang seal marks; the second pair with underglaze-blue lotus blossoms and enameled foliate scrolls, six-character Guangxu marks (4)
Condition
Both large dishes have extensive chips and frits to the rims, general wear overall, and minor firing imperfections; one has an approx. 3-cm hairline crack from the rim, and the other has an approx. 1.2-cm hairline crack from the rim. Both yellow dishes have minor firing imperfections, and expected general wear; one has further wear to the interior and frits to the rim and footring.
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.