A 'QINGBAI' LOBED BOWL SONG DYNASTY

the steep sides rising from a straight foot, the interior carved with three ogival panels of babies, alternating with floral sprays, covered in a pale blue glaze, 18.6cm., 7 3/8 in; together with a Qingbai bowl, Song Dynasty, the interior carved with 'flying' babies amongst foliage

Lobed bowl: The bowl is in ecellent condition, with only a pin head-size firing imperfection to the base of the interior; minor nibbles to the edge of the rim; minor firing and glaze imperfections; and very light scratching ot the glaze. 'Flying' babies bowl: with the exception of some minor nibbles to the edge of the rim; a four-point hairline crack to the glaze to the side of the exterior; light glaze scratches; and minor firing and glaze imperfections, the bowl is in very 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. 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."