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A BLUE AND WHITE 'LOTUS' CHARGER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcel;ain
- The larger, 34cm., diam.
the rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot, the interior brightly painted in rich cobalt-blue tones with leafy scrolling lotus; together with a polychrome charger, 17th Century, enamelled to the interior with a barbed medallion enclosing flowers reserved on a trellis ground
Provenance
The lotus charger, purchased from Barbes, Paris, 1965.
The polychrome charger purchased from Berard, Paris, 1964.
The polychrome charger purchased from Berard, Paris, 1964.
Condition
The lotus charger is in good condition with the exception of rim fritting and a shallow flake to the inside edge of the footring; the polychrome dish is also in good condition with the exception of rim fritting, a splash of green enamel on the rim, and minor glaze scratches and glaze firing imperfections.
"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."