Lot 1507
  • 1507

A CAFE-AU-LAIT AND WUCAI 'FLORAL' CUP AND SAUCER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
  • Diameter of cup 3 1/4  in., 8.3 cmDiameter of saucer 5 1/2  in., 14 cm
the thinly potted cup with fluted bell-shaped sides set over a straight foot, painted to the exterior with birds and flowers in polychrome enamels over a café-au-lait-glazed ground, the interior centered with an enameled floral medallion surrounded by underglaze-blue floral sprays beneath a chevron band at the rim, the saucer similarly decorated, the base of each with an underglaze-blue sprig within a double circle, Japanese wood box (4)

Condition

The cup with an approx. 0.5 cm wide restored chip to the rim, and a vertical discolored body line to the side, measuring approx. 1.2 cm long. The saucer with a minute frit to the rim and a very shallow flake to the underside of the rim, measuring approx. 0.5 cm wide.
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.