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A PAIR OF FAMILLE ROSE 'FLORAL' BOWLS YONGZHENG MARKS AND PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
each with deep rounded sides, painted to the exterior with a blossoming peony spray and a single butterfly in flight, inscribed to the base with a six-character reign mark
Condition
One bowl has a restored rim chip measuring 1.5x0.3cm, and other minor areas of rim restoration. There is a circa 2.5cm rim crack near the white magnolia beside the butterfly. The other bowl with minor rim restoration, possibly to conceal fritting/minute chips. The rim with minor iron spots. The foot with a shallow chip (0.5x0.2cm). There are small enamel flakes to the grey magnolia. Both bowls with general enamel wear/small losses, minor glaze firing imperfections and surface 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."
"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."