A BLUE AND WHITE FLORAL BOWL MARK AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG

supported on a splayed foot, the curved sides flaring at the rim, painted in vivid tones of cobalt-blue in the Ming-style with simulated 'heaping and piling', the interior decorated with a central medallion of a blooming peony, within a foliate scroll band at the rim, the exterior painted with flowers such as peony, hollyhock, lotus, and chrysanthemum, all borne on leafy scrolls above upright stylised lappets, the underside inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark

More than half of the rim has been slightly restored. The surface has been slightly polished and with some minor scratches. There is a firing crack of about 1.1 cm to the base. The bowl is otherwise in overall good 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."