the deep sides rising conically from a short, straight foot, the interior richly carved with two supple peony stems descending along the sides and then sweeping up in opposite directions and issuing resplendent blossoms, a dense field of unfurling leaves surrounding the blooms, the rhythmic movement of the petals and leaves accentuated by the combed lines texturing their surfaces, all surrounded by a plain band beneath the rim, the rim cut with six shallow notches for a petal effect, the exterior carved with vertical grooves fanning up the sides, covered overall in a translucent olive-green glaze save for the foot (2)

Sotheby's London, 17th November 1999, lot 729.

One bowl has two rim cracks, the longest measuring approx. 7 cm long. There is also an approx. 0.6 cm wide flake chip to the outer rim. The other bowl has a rim crack measuring approx. 3 cm long, and three shallow flake chips to the outer foot rim. Both bowls with expected minor surface wear and 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.
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.