A DOUCAI 'HONEYSUCKLE' BOWL DAOGUANG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the exterior decorated with stylized flowers rendered in neatly arranged scrolls, alternating with leafy scrolls suspending trefoils, the interior with two addorsed crenellated C-shaped foliate scrolls within a double-line border repeated at the rim, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

There are two hairline cracks descending from the rim, the longest one has a minute chip at the top and bifurcates at the other end (total length approx. 5 cm). There is minor expected wear to the surface, particularly to the black and green enamels.
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.