A FINE PAIR OF 'BONELESS' FAMILLE-ROSE 'FLORAL' CUPS MARKS AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG

each finely potted with thin sides rising from a short foot, decorated in the 'boneless' technique with three roses each at a different phase of bloom, the stems brightly painted in shades of yellowish and bluish green, with multi-coloured jianhongsha ('red silk cut with scissors') circular florets extending across the surface towards a single descending butterfly, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a four-character reign mark

The cups are in fine condition.
"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."