A LARGE CLOISONNE ENAMEL ‘DRAGON’ OFFERING BOWL OF HEXAGONAL FACETED SHAPE APOCRYPHAL MARK DA MING 大明 CHINA, REPUBLIC / MINGUO PERIOD It rests on a spread foot and has a faceted hexagonal body. It is adorned in cloisonné enamels with a large five-clawed dragon flying amidst crashing waves and lotus flowers. The outer part is adorned with ‘福’ (fú - happiness) and ‘寿’ (shòu ) longevity). The base bears an apocryphal ‘大明’ (Dà Míng) mark. H: 15,5 cm - D: 33 cm Weight: 1466 grams 六角形大景泰蓝龙纹贡碗，仿大明款 中国，民国时期 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.