Grand bol sur piédouche, Iran, art qajar, signé et daté 1828-29

de forme hémisphèrique, à décor peint en noir, bleu de cobalt et manganèse sur un fond blanc, sous une glaçure incolore transparente, orné de registres inscrits de poèmes d'amour en persan, en réserve dans des nuages, sur un fond de pétales, agrémenté de dindons séparés par des fleurettes, signature et date sur la base :"Amal-e Hasan Ali ; [1]244H./1828-29"; une ancienne étiquette d'inventaire : N°56 

several small areas of restoration with associated overpaintings, hairline cracks and craquelures to glaze on interior and exterior surface, with associated dust encrustation, some pitting throughout, minor chips to foot. As viewed.
"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."

Une céramique à décor très similaire est conservée au Musée National de Céramique, Sèvres (8073), voir: Soustiel J., La Céramique Islamique, Le Guide du Connaisseur, paris, Office du livre, Editions Vilo, pp.298-299, n°318.