each with gently rounded sides supported on a slightly spreading foot, the center of the interior wreathed in a scrolling foliate vine molded in low relief, with the four loops of the vine encircling a pendent flower in bloom, the motif repeating around the cavetto with the characters shu and fu positioned at opposite sides of the dish amongst the undulating stems, covered overall in an unctuous white glaze (2)

Collection of Stephen Junkunc, III (d. 1978). 

One bowl with an approx. 1.5-cm hairline crack from the rim, extending to a longer glaze line at the interior, as well as small chips to the foot ring, general surface wear to the interior, and minor firing imperfections (small burst glaze bubbles, small iron spots). The other bowl is in generally good condition with a couple small shallow flakes to the foot ring, minor expected wear to the interior, and minor firing imperfections (the rim is slightly warped, and the interior has a few small iron spots). The glaze at the interior is slightly matte, and the colors of the glazes are consistent with the illustration in the printed catalog.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

A slightly smaller dish of this type sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 3rd June 2015, lot 3207; and another, also slightly smaller than the present example, sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 22nd-23rd March 2018, lot 713.