A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE COVERED BOWLS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each with deep rounded sides moulded with a band of upright petal-shaped panels enclosing leafy floral sprays alternating with landscape scenes within double lines, all reserved on a trellis-diaper ground extending onto the upturned barbed rim, the central medallion with a single floret with radiating leafy foliage within a circle, the domed cover similarly decorated

Christie's London, 16th July 1973, lot 11.

Both bowls and covers are in very good condition with the exception of minor ftits and nibbles to the rims of the bowls, a 5mm., flake to the inside edge of one rim and a 4mm., rim chip to the other, minor glaze firing imperfections and light glaze scratches.
"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."