A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE 'IMMORTALS' CUPS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

each rising from a recessed foot to slightly flared gilt rims, enameled on the exterior with female immortals in a landscape, all holding various attributes including a bowl of peaches, a lingzhi branch, a ruyi scepter, a gift box and a wine cup, a deer and an ox pulling a cart bearing more fruit, the interior and base enameled in turquoise, inscribed in iron-red with studio marks in seal characters reading Xie zhu zhuren zao (made by the Master of Wind Music) (2)

In excellent general condition. Minor firing imperfections.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.