清同治 粉彩「五蝠獻瑞」紋盤三十六件 《同治年製》款

each decorated with five multi-coloured bats encircling a central peach, the underside with the sanduo ('Three Abundances'), the base inscribed in iron red with a four-character seal mark

There is a 2cm hairline crack to the rim of one. There is a minute chip 0.5 cm to the rim of another. The 34 others appear to be in good condition with only some pinholes on the base, occasional minor expected specks in the glaze, light rubbing to the enamels in areas or minor firing faults to the footrims. The actual colour of the glaze is less yellow and the colours more vivid compared to the illustration in the catalogue.
"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."