Lot 145
  • 145

A RARE PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' OGEE BOWLS MARKS AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG |

Estimate
400,000 - 600,000 HKD
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Description

  • 17 cm, 6 5/8  in.
each finely potted with ogee sides rising from a short foot, the interior painted with a central medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon writhing sinuously amidst flames, the exterior with a pair of dragons, one with head turned backwards looking towards the other, striding amidst flames and ruyi-shaped cloud swirls, the base inscribed with a six-character reign mark within a double circle

Condition

One bowl is in fine condition. The other with a few glaze crackles and a minute glaze flake to the outer rim.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."