- 809
A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'ASTER' DISHES KANGXI MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
each with gently rounded sides rising from a short circular foot to a barbed rim, the center interior with three blossoms painted against a ground of dense scrolled vines, encircled by sixteen leafy asters radiating on the cavetto, the exterior with sixteen further asters, the base with a six-character mark in underglaze blue (2)
Condition
Both dishes are in overall good condition with only minor expected wear and minute burst glaze bubbles (particularly to the rims). One dish has an approx. .5 x 1.5-cm flaked chip to the inner foot.
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.