- 807
A COPPER-RED DISH QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Ceramic
the rounded sides rising from tapered foot to an everted rim, covered allover in a light red glaze of crushed strawberry color, the rim and base glazed white, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Collection of Thomas English Cody (1889-1948), grand-nephew of ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody (1846-1917).
Condition
The dish has a 4-mm chip to the rim and an approx. 3-cm hairline crack descending from the rim. Otherwise only minor expected wear to the surface and footring, and minor firing imperfections. Five old labels applied to the base: "Collection of Brooks & Dorothy Cofield 123", "109", "645", "9 2787", and "BTC" (the letters of the last label superimposed, so the intended order is unclear).
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.