A LARGE AND FINE 'FAMILLE-VERTE' AND GILT FISH BOWL QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the heavily-potted compressed globular body rising from a short spreading foot to a short waisted neck with broad everted lipped rim, brightly enamelled and gilt around the exterior with two large peony trees divided by biscuit lion mask handles, all between iron-red floral and landscape bands, the interior with a large number of fish and crabs amidst water weeds, encircled at the rim by quatrefoil panels enclosing sea creatures reserved on an iron-red and gilt diaper ground

The fish bowl is in very good overall condition with the exception of loss to one coil of mane on each lion-head handle and rubbing to the enamels where the original ring would have hung against the body, light staining to the glaze around the lower body, minor glaze firing imperfections and light glaze scratches.
"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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