Lot 115. A large blue and white 'Kraak' dish, Ming dynasty, Wanli period (1573-1620), 49 cm, 19 1/4 in. Estimate 8,000 — 12,000 GBP. Unsold. © Sotheby's.
the rounded sides rising from a short tapered foot to an everted rim, the interior painted in rich cobalt-blue tones to the centre with a basket of peach and peony, below radiating panels of flowers and precious objects below the rim.
Note: This large 'Kraak' dish is in good condition, but does have a small chip and frittinng to the rim and scratches to the glaze to the interior.
Sotheby's. Important Chinese Art, London, 08 nov. 2017, 11:00 AM
