宋 青白釉刻花盌一對

each with rounded sides rising from a short foot to a gently flared rim, carved and incised to the interior with floral designs, applied overall with a vitreous pale bluish glaze stopping at the foot (2)

Sotheby's New York, 6th November 1981, lot 211.

One has several hairline cracks and small chips to the rim, most of which have been polished. The exterior wall with two star-cracks that go through to the interior, together with a vertical hairline to the glaze in between. The foot with chips, and the rim is slightly warped. The other with several short hairline cracks and a few polished chips to the rim, as well as a few small chips to the foot. Both bowls with general surface wear and characteristic 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.