Coupe en porcelaine doucai Marque et époque Qianlong (1736-1795)

à décor peint d'une rosace centrale verte entourée d'un ruban vert alternant pêches de longévité et fleurs bleues, les bords ornés des huit emblèmes bouddhistes, le revers de fleurs et fruits multicolores dans des rinceaux feuillagés en camaïeu de vert, marque en cachet à six caractères en bleu sous couverte à base ; 3 fêles

There is a L-shaped hairline crack with an associated area of restoration on the rim that starts at the rim and extends ca. 5cm into the well and then extends diagonally ca. 6cm upwards into the well again. There is a another hairline crack with an associated area of restoration on the rim entending ca. 2.5cm from the rim into the well. Very minor wear to the enamels on the centre of the interior.
"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."