A FINE BLUE AND WHITE FLORAL MEDALLION MANTOU BOWL MARK AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG

of metalwork form, the delicately potted rounded sides rising from a concave base to a slightly everted rim, finely painted to the interior with a floral sprig medallion, the exterior with four leafy composite floral medallions, the base with an underglaze blue six-character mark

The bowl is in overall very good condition with only a few stained burst air bubbles.
"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."