the rounded sides rising from a straight foot to a slightly flared rim, painted on the exterior with four gilt-bordered roundels enclosing flowering peony, aster and lingzhi, interspersed with wan symbol ribbon-tied leafy branches of fruiting and flowering peaches, above tumultuous waves cresting into foams, all reserved on a yellow sgraffiato ground, the interior painted in underglaze blue with a central medallion enclosing lingzhi and bamboo growing from pierced rockwork above waves, encircled by four detached sprays of flower and lingzhi, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

The bowl is in good condition, with only minor enamel wear and glaze firing imperfections.
"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."