Lot 75
  • 75

A KAKIEMON DISH EDO PERIOD, LATE 17TH CENTURY | A KAKIEMON DISH EDO PERIOD, LATE 17TH CENTURY

Estimate
15,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • 28.3 cm., 11 1/4   in. diam. 
the moulded foliate rimmed dish decorated in green, blue, yellow, iron red and black enamels with a tiger bending around bamboo beside plum blossom, five spur marks, chocolate rim

Condition

- As can be seen in the illustration, there is a rim frit to the chocolate rim. - There is some very minor wear to the enamels.
"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."

Catalogue Note

This design was copied by Meissen in circa 1730. For a flask with the pattern, see John Ayers, Oliver Impey and J.V.G. Mallet, Porcelain for Palaces, the Fashion for Japan in Europe, 1650–1750, (London, 1991), no. 293, p.260.