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A BLUE AND WHITE 'BOYS' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- 15.1 cm, 6 in.
rising from a short foot to a flared rim, the exterior painted with two lively groups of boys at play in a garden landscape, some gathered around a square fish pond, the opposite side painted with boys playing musical instruments and chasing butterflies, the base with a seal mark in underglaze blue
Condition
There is a Y-shaped crack that runs down from the rim and around the top of the rim, with associated areas of overspraying measuring approx. 15.1 cm wide. There is an additional hairline, measuring approximately 3.7 cm, to the rim and a deep scratch, measuring approx. 2.7 cm, to the centre of the interior. There is a shallow flake to the unglaze footring.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."