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TWO CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE 'LOTUS' DISHES QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 38.7 and 38.5 cm, 15 1/4 and 15 1/6 in.
each painted with lotus blooms borne on stylised foliage amongst further sprays to the interior, the base centred with a leaf in underglaze blue
Literature
Photographed in the Entrance Hall at Ombersley Court, circa 1860;
M. H. Blutley, Ombersley Court, Inventories of Heirlooms, 1863, p.76; possibly 'China / 2 blue and white Circular dishes'
M. H. Blutley, Ombersley Court, Inventories of Heirlooms, 1863, p.76; possibly 'China / 2 blue and white Circular dishes'
Condition
One dish with extensive fritting and chips to the rim, and further chips to the foot and some residue remaining to the centre of the interior; the other dish also with some chips to the rim, and some light adhered grits to the foot. There are general surface wear and scratches to both dishes, as well as firing imperfections, including burst bubbles, glaze pulls and iron spot.
"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."