Lot 518
  • 518

A YELLOW-GLAZED DISH ZHENGDE MARK AND PERIOD |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Porcelain
  • Diameter 7 1/8  in., 18 cm
with shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapered foot to a slightly everted rim, applied overall with a semi-translucent yellow glaze of rich egg-yolk tone, save for the base left white with a six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double ring 

Provenance

John Sparks Ltd., London.
Collection of Sidney T. Cook (1910-1964), and thence by descent. 

Condition

In overall good condition with only light expected wear to the glaze at the interior (typical of the period and type), and minor firing imperfection (as illustrated).
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.