A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE-ROSE' 'MEDALLION' BOWLS DAOGUANG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD

each with deep rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot, the exterior painted in bright enamels with four gilt-bordered circular medallions enclosing the hundred antiques, all divided by stylised lotus blooms issuing from scrolled leafy stems, the rim and the foot encircled by gilt bands, inscribed to the base with a six-character Daoguang seal mark in iron-red

One bowl has been broken into seven pieces and has now been repaired with visible cracks and associated over-painting, the longest crack runs along one side of the bowl to another. There are overall enamel loss, surface scratchings and other glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles on the bowls.
"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."