He Who Does Not Work Does Not Eat: A Soviet porcelain plate, State Porcelain Factory, Leningrad, 1922

after the design by Mikhail Adamovich, with blue factory and fifth anniversary mark dated 1922, numbered 243/18 and inscribed with the name of the designer, underglaze green Imperial cypher of Nicholas II dated 1905 

Good condition. There is a crack extending approximately 5cm from the top of Lenin's head and wear to the gilding at the rim. And with some surface scratches.
"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."

For further information, please see N. Lobanov-Rostovksy, Revolutionary Ceramics, Soviet Porcelain 1917-1927, London, 1990, p. 33.