A LARGE MOLDED BLUE AND WHITE 'FLORAL' BOWL QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

the steep sides rising from a tapering foot to a flared foliate rim, molded with a ring of petals below a tier of wrythen pentagonal panels, painted to the exterior with floral and rockwork compositions, the interior centered with a medallion of prunus, pine, rockwork, and two birds, with floral cartouches reserved against a diaper ground around the rim, the base with a zhi mark in underglaze blue within a double square, within a double circle

Sotheby's London, 1^st March 1977, lot 164.
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York.

In overall good condition with fritting and multiple small chips to the rim. With scattered small patches of paint spatter and accretions typical of age, as well as light wear and minor firing flaws.
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.