A large famille rose hunting bowl Qianlong

the exterior with two shaped panels depicting a hunting scene with dogs and European riding horses. The interior with a European hunting man holding his gun and two dogs

Prince Carl of Bavaria (1795-1875), thence by descent

In damaged and restored condition. One large crack running down from the rim over the body, foot and base of the bowl, fixed with five staples; another crack running down from the rim down the body (ca. 10cm.), fixed with four staples; another large half-moon shaped crack / break (width ca. 12cm., length ca. 10.5cm.) fixed with nine staples; another crack (ca. 10cm.) with related smaller rim running down the body from the rim fixed with one staple; another dito crack (ca. 12cm.) with four staples; some minor chips to the rim, rubbing to the gilding, some sand inclusions, the interior of the bowl with scratching, glazewear, losses to gilding and painting, one larger glaze pit.
"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.
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