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A BLUE AND WHITE 'THREE FRIENDS' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
- Diameter 5 3/8 in., 13.7 cm
the deep rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot, the exterior painted with flowering prunus tree, gnarled pine, and leafing bamboo, the interior with a central stylized floral medallion within double-line borders repeated to both rims and around the foot, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue
Provenance
Collection of Karl Wilhelm Gerdhem (1868‑1932).
Condition
The rim with a small filled chip (approx. 6 x 3 mm) and associated hairline crack (approx. 1.6 cm); the area oversprayed. An additional hairline crack from the rim (approx. 5.4 cm) and scratches to the glaze.
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.