Lot 978
  • 978

A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE 'PEACH' BOWLS 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • Porcelain
each painted to the exterior with fruiting peaches borne on a gnarled leafy branch, extending over the rim to the interior, the base with double circles in underglaze blue (2)

Condition

One bowl with a 0.3 cm wide restored chip to the outer rim, with associated repainting to the leaf. There appears to be an approx. 2.5 cm long restored hairline running horizontally below the rim. There is also a tiny frit to the outer rim. The other bowl with a few very minor shallow frits to the outer rim. Both bowls with some expected wear and 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.