each with shallow rounded sides and an everted rim, finely painted around the exterior with an immortal releasing a crane amid an auspicious land of rocky outcrops, lingzhi, a pine tree, and a pair of bats, the base with an apocryphal six-character Yongzheng mark in underglaze blue within a double-ring (2)

Acquired by a United States admiral while stationed in the Far East during World War II.

Both in good condition.
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.