清道光 粉彩蓮花紋蓋碗兩件 《大清道光年製》款

each painted on the exterior to resemble a lotus blossom with three overlapping rows of petals, the domed cover painted as an open lotus blossom surrounding the gilded finial, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue, wood stands (6)

Collection of Mrs. P. Dooley, acquired in China in 1948 (by repute).

One bowl has a crack through the rim. One cover is damaged with missing pieces. The other bowl and cover have some minor enameling imperfections, but appear to be in good overall condition.
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.

A similar Daoguang mark and period bowl without a cover was sold at Christie's London, 6th November 2007, lot 210.