A PAIR OF CLOISONNE ENAMEL BOWLS MING DYNASTY, 16TH / 17TH CENTURY

each with deep rounded sides rising from a straight foot to an everted rim, the exterior enameled with a continuous lotus scroll, the blooms alternately enameled in red, white, blue and yellow, all reserved against a turquoise-blue ground, above a border of lappets and ruyi-shaped clouds at the foot and below a ruyi-head border at the rim (2)

Both bowls with slightly degraded enamels with some discoloration. There are characteristic pitting and numerous scattered flakes to the enamel and wear to gilding.
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.