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A YELLOW-GROUND GREEN AND AUBERGINE ENAMELED 'DRAGON' DISH QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD
Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
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the rounded sides rising from a tapering foot, incised to the central medallion with two writhing dragons in green and aubergine enamels contending a 'flaming pearl', the exterior with four green-enameled cranes in flight divided by stylized ruyi clouds, all divided by aubergine line borders and reserved on a rich egg-yolk yellow ground, six-character seal mark in aubergine enamel
Condition
There is a sealed hairline crack to the rim approx. 1/4 in. (0.8 cm) long.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.