A DOUCAI 'AN BAXIAN' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

of ogee form, the sunken centre decorated in bright enamels within an underglaze-blue outline with a stylised flowerhead surrounded by eight alternating peaches and lotus blossoms within a green border of interlocking scrolls, the concave cavetto set with beribboned attributes of the Eight Daoist Immortals (an baxian), encircled around the exterior with eight sprays of stylised flowers against scrolling leaves above linked ruyi heads, all decorations encircled with double line borders, the base inscribed with a six-character Qianlong seal mark

Two rim cracks, measuring approximately 25mm and 15mm; 1 rim chip, measuring approximately 2mm and 3 other minor firing imperfections to rim. Some surface scratches to interior; otherwise in good general 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."