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

each with deep rounded sides rising from a short foot to a slightly flaring rim, the exterior painted in bright enamels with four gilt-bordered circular medallions enclosing precious objects including vases holding sprigs of peony blooms, bowls of cherries, toy ships, dice and animal puppets, all divided by stylised lotus issuing from scrolled leafy stems against a lemon-yellow ground, the interior decorated with a central gilt-edged medallion enclosing a garden scene with a kite hanging on peony and prunus branches, the rim with a band of alternating iron-red peony and lotus florets on leafy scrolls, inscribed to the base with a six-character Daoguang seal mark in iron-red

The first bowl with one small rim chip, measuring approximately 3mm. Otherwise in very good condition. The other bowl with restoration and painting down two areas to the side of the bowl and across the middle, suggested that it was most likely broken in 2 and re-stuck, with one short associated hairline to the interior centre. An associated consolidated rim chip, measuring approximately 43mm across rim. Both bowls with minor wear to enamels and gilding.
"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."