the rounded sides rising from a slightly tapered foot to a flared rim, the exterior with three gilt-bordered medallions, each enclosing a ram under a fruiting tree, divided by blue and white vases holding peony branches and various auspicious objects, surrounded by pomegranates and lingzhi stems, all reserved on a bright lemon-yellow sgraffiato ground decorated in sgraffiato technique with feathery scrollwork, the interior in cobalt blue with a medallion enclosing three further rams, encircled on the well by four fruiting and flowering branches suspending auspicious emblems such as a ruyi sceptre, a chime, a double-gourd and a fish, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character seal mark

The bowl is in excellent condition with the exception of minor wear to the gilding and enamels.
"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."