A PAIR OF UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND IRON-RED 'LOTUS' CUPS SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

each thinly potted with steep rounded sides, the exterior painted with four stylised lotus florets in rich iron-red emitting trefoil leaves borne on curling stems in rich cobalt blue, with double-line borders at the rim, the base inscribed with the six-character seal mark in underglaze-blue

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 23rd November 1987, lot 105.

To one cup, there are five fine hairline cracks stemming down from the rim, the longest of which is approx 4.8cm. Otherwise the enamels are in tact and have been well preserved. The other cup is in very good condition. There is a short firing line on the base under the glaze, of approx 0.3cm.
"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."