Lot 474
  • 474

A PAIR OF PALE-BLUE GROUND PUCE-ENAMELLED 'PHOENIX MEDALLION' BOWLS MARKS AND PERIOD OF GUANGXU |

Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 HKD
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Description

  • 14.5 cm, 5 3/4  in.
each with deep rounded sides rising from a short foot to a slightly flared gilt rim, the exterior decorated with four puce-enamelled phoenix roundels against a soft pale blue ground

Condition

One with a curved T-shaped hairline to the rim (longest 6cm). The other eith a shallow rim chip (0.9cm) and a 3cm hairline near this. Both bowls with expected enamel wear and loss to the gilding.
"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."