A LARGE 'FISH' BOWL QING DYNASTY

of globular form with broad everted rim, boldly decorated around the exterior with iron-red and black fish swimming amidst water weeds reserved on a rich underglaze-blue ground, the interior glazed white, metal stand

The bowl is in very good condition with the exception of a circa 2cm., diam., blister to the rim and associated large frit, flaking to the interior around the hole to the base, minor rubbing and loss to the gilding around the exterior, light glaze scratching and minor glaze firing imperfections including burst glaze bubbles and iron-spot impurities.
"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."