A CHINESE FAMILLE-VERTE FLORIFORM DISH, QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |

the low sides rising in six rounded lobes to a conforming everted rim, the interior painted in green and aubergine glazes with a lotus pond in full bloom against a yellow-glazed ground, the rim with white prunus blossoms against a green chevron ground, the exterior sides painted with stalks of black bamboo against a green ground, the base with a thin layer of clear glaze

Property from the Estate of the Late Mrs. Jesse Isidor Straus, Parke-Bernet, New York, November 24, 1970, lot 119

There are three restored chips to the rim and a t-shaped hairline crack (length approx. 4.8 cm) at the center. There is minor expected wear to the surface and minor expected firing imperfections.
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.