A GROUP OF JADE BOWLS QING DYNASTY

comprising: a white jade quatrelobed floral dish enclosing a shou character roundel in the centre; a pair of white jade dishes; three white jade cups; a small stemcup; and a small jadeite cup

The quatrelobed dish has a 0.7 x 0.5cm natural nick to the central shou character and other minor nicks and flaws which are natural to the stone. There is a 0.2 x 0.2cm flake to the footring and four circa 2cm knife-carved straight marks around the side of the foot. The stemcup has several minute chips at the mouth rim, and another 0.3 x 0.1cm nick at the foot. The jadeite cup, jade cups and dishes are all in excellent condition with the exception of minute nicks natural to the stone.
"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."