清乾隆 藍釉盌 《敬畏堂製》款

the exterior covered with a rich blue glaze, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a four-character hall mark

In overall good condition with a few minor firing imperfections. Some minor wear to the surface, consistent with age and use.
"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."

敬畏堂為浙江省寧波市慈谿人李笏（字端人，號竹村）之室名。劉明倩曾於其展覽圖錄《Rare Marks on Chinese Ceramics》，維多利亞與艾伯特博物館，倫敦，1998年，頁114，引述汪慶正之說，指敬畏堂堂號應屬滿族高官阿格敦布之物。倫敦大英博物館大衛德收藏有二作列，皆為青釉瓷，口沿處呈褐色，落敬畏堂款，當中青釉盌，載於同上展覽圖錄，編號47，而青釉盤則錄於 Margaret Medley，《Illustrated Catalogue of Ming and Qing Monochrome Wares》，倫敦，1989年，編號 A568。另有藍釉盃一對，曾售於紐約佳士得2003年9月18日，編號355。