清道光 黃地粉彩軋道錦地開光花卉圖盌一對 《大清道光年製》款

each with deep rounded sides rising from a short foot to a slightly everted rim, the exterior decorated with four circular medallions enclosing various flowers, divided by four peach branches beribboned with a wan symbol above a band of breaking waves, all reserved on a yellow sgraffiato ground, the interior painted in washes of cobalt-blue with a central medallion of lingzhi and bamboo growing from jagged rockwork rising from crashing waves beneath two beribboned wan emblems, all encircled by four composite floral sprays in the well, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark

One bowl has a few shallow flakes to the unglazed footrim. The overall condition of the pair is otherwise very good, with only some typical burst bubbles to the glaze and enamels, as well as expected minor wear, especially to the interior. Almost all of the enamels have been well preserved with few occasional losses.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."