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A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' JARDINIERE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
- Diameter 24 in., 61 cm
the deep rounded sides tapering towards the base and surmounted by a lipped rim, the exterior painted with two animated four-clawed dragons pursuing a 'flaming pearl' in a cloud-filled sky above cresting waves and vertiginous peaks of Mount Penglai, all between line borders, a band of circles reserved against a cobalt-blue ground beneath the rim, the interior glazed pale bluish-white, a circular aperture centering the base
Condition
In overall good condition with some expected wear to the surface and minor firing imperfections, including three small kiln flakes to the base.
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.