Lot 1754
  • 1754

A PAIR OF JUN-TYPE COPPER-RED-GLAZED DISHES QIANLONG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Diameter 8  1/8  in., 20.6 cm
each covered allover in a raspberry-red glaze transmuting to deeper red hues in some areas and to pale celadon tones around the rim, the base glazed white with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue (2)

Condition

The rim of one dish is warped and has an incipient flake chip and a minute chip; the surface of the dish has scattered burst glaze bubbles and expected wear. The other dish has five small shallow chips to the rim and expected wear to the surface. The surface of each dish may have been sprayed.
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.