painted in rich and varying tones of cobalt blue, the exterior with two phoenix, one alighting atop rockwork issuing peony blooms, the other flying just above a rock with flowering hydrangea plants to either side and with various insects, the interior well with a small bird peering up at a branch of prunus blossoms and further flowers and insects above, the base with an apocryphal six-character Xuande mark within a double circle, with wood stand (2)

Cohen and Cohen，倫敦，2000年

There is a single hairline crack from the rim of the bowl which is slightly warped and there are kiln adhesions on the interior wall.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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