A FINELY POTTED PAIR OF POSSIBLY DING OR DINGYAO ‘MALLOW’ CUPS CHINA, ATTRIBUTED TO SONG OR YUAN DYNASTY OR LATER Elegantly potted in the shape of a mallow bloom, the interior carved with overlapping petals resembling a large mallow flower head, covered overall in a creamy ivory-white tone. Dimensions (each): H: 5,9 cm - D: 13,2 cm Notes: 1. The mallow shape was probably inspired from lacquer wares of the period. For instance a mallow-shaped red and black lacquer dish and a lobed lacquer bowl, dated to the Northern Song dynasty, was included in the O.C.S. Hong Kong, exhibition, ‘2000 Years of Chinese Lacquer’, 1993, and illustrated in the catalog, no.11 and 12. 2. Regarded as the earliest and finest porcelain produced during its time, Ding ware was the first to enter the Imperial palace for official use. 一对（可能）为定窑锦葵型杯 中国 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.