TWO INSCRIBED 'FAMILLE-ROSE' WINE CUPS TONGZHI MARKS AND PERIOD

of bell shape rising from a tapering foot to a slightly flaring rim, one cup finely enamelled with leafy peony branches, the other with rose, narcissus and magnolia, all accompanied by poetic inscriptions and seals, the base inscribed with a six-character Tongzhi mark

One cup has two chips along the footring (the largest measuring 0.5 x 0.2cm) and the other has two minute crack/chip to the footring (circa 0.2cm). Both cups are in excellent condition with the exception of very minor enamel loss and glaze firing imperfections including burst glaze bubbles.
"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."