Lot 36A
  • 36A

A MING-STYLE UNDERGLAZE-BLUE YELLOW-GROUND BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • 26 cm, 10 1/4  in.
the deep gently rounded sides rising from a short spreading foot to a broad everted rim, painted in rich cobalt-blue tones to the interior with a floral medallion encircled by six further floral sprays and a floral sprig band at the rim, the exterior similarly decorated between keyfret and classic scroll bands, all reserved on a rich bright yellow ground, the base inscribed with the seal mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Christie's New York, 20th March 2014, lot 2158.

Condition

The bowl has a circa 20cm., wide crescent-shaped area of restoration to the rim and glaze scratching and rubbing in particular to the interior.
"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."