A PAIR OF WUCAI BOWLS WITH FOLIATE DESIGN SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG

each with deep rounded sides supported on a short straight foot, finely enamelled on the interior in the wucai palette with two addorsed crenulated foliate 'C'-scrolls tied to a central spearheaded post issuing green leaves, within a double-line border repeated at the rim, the exterior similarly painted with detached strapwork motifs interspersed with foliate scrolls suspending trefoils, all between double blue lines at the rim and foot, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark

The bowls are both in very good condition.
"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."