A PAIR OF INCISED YELLOW-GLAZED BOWLS QIANLONG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD

each with rounded sides rising from a short straight foot, the exterior incised with four flower head medallions alternating with stylised cloud wisps above a band of lotus lappets, encircled at the rim and foot with double line borders, the interior decorated with a flower head medallion within a double circle, covered overall in a rich yellow glaze, the base left white and inscribed with a six-character Qianlong seal mark

The pair of bowls is in generally good condition. One bowl has a circa 3cm hairline running vertically down one side and a circa 0.5 x 0.2cm chip to the rim. There is extensive surface scratchings and other minor glaze firing imperfections including iron spots and bust glaze bubbles etc. The other bowl has a circa 1.5cm hairline at the rim, extensive surface scratchings and other minor glaze firing imperfections including iron spots and burst glaze bubbles etc.
"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."