A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE TUREENS AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

each with deep rounded sides supported on a short foot, flanked by a pair of gilt iron-red bovine handles, the exterior brightly enamelled with large floral blooms borne on leafy stems, encircled at the foot with a spearhead border, the domed cover similarly decorated and surmounted by a pierced knop, on carved wooden stands

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One tureen has one mask handle restored and concealed with overspray which extends to part of the rim. There is a 1.5 x 0.8cm chip to the foot. The other tureen has one ear of one mask handle restored. One cover has the knob broken and repaired, traces of re-painting is visible along the area where the knob is attached to the cover. There are overall minor flaking to the enamels, surface wear to the gilding, and glaze firing imperfections such as glaze pull, burst glaze bubble and iron spots etc.
"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."