TWENTY FAMILLE-ROSE SPOONS SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF TONGZHI

each decorated with five multi-coloured bats encircling a central peach, the underside with the sanduo ('Three Abundances'), the base inscribed in iron red with a four-character seal mark

The spoon no.16 has a 5 by 1.5 cm. 'C'-shaped chip to the rim, the broken section kept in a separate bag. The spoon no.3 has a 3 cm hairline to rim. The 18 others are all generally in good condition. There are expected kiln stains to the underside, occasional pinholes, minute specks in the glaze or minor impurities to the enamels, but overall the group has been remarkably well preserved. The actual colour is less yellow compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."