Lot 542
  • 542

A FINE FAMILLE-ROSE 'FLOWER BALL' BOWL QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Diameter 6 in., 15.1 cm 
the deep rounded sides delicately painted with multi-colored 'flower-balls' arranged asymmetrically and scattered throughout, some freely floating, others overlapping in small clusters, all carefully painted in soft pastel enamels of purplish blue, pink, apple-green, green, turquoise and light yellow, the base with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

Provenance

Sotheby's New York, 6th December 1989, lot 236. 

Condition

There are some light touch-ups to the enamels; otherwise, the bowl is in overall good condition with some light 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.