A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE ROSE AND POLYCHROME ENAMELED "BUTTERFLY" TEA BOWLS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, each of tapering circular form with sides centering continuous exotic large leaves and colorful spread winged butterflies, beneath a gently flaring rim enclosing a band of scrolling stems and stylized pink blossoms on a gilt ground, raised on a short conforming foot. Height: 2 3/8" Diameter: 4 1/4"

Good condition, surface buildup, gilding wear, some expected light interior bowl utensil marks, miniscule rim chip on one, one has small foot rim chip, a few surface marks and scratches as well as flaking. Delicately potted and in good shape considering their age, use and material. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."