Paire de plats en porcelaine Chine, marque et époque Daoguang (1821-1850)

à décor dans un médaillon central de deux poissons et d'une tortue nageant, entourés d'une large frise à décor de quatre paires de poissons et pendeloques accrochés au pistil de fleurs, le revers émaillé blanc à décor de trois légères frises florales, marque en zhuanshu émaillée rouge à la base

Both are in good condition, with enamels fired to a high standard. There is some expected rubbing to the gilding on the rims. One with a few pinholes misfired spot to the outside a tiny loss to the enamel near the rim on one. Some burst air bubble beneath the glazed base, but overall a fine pair in excellent presentation state. Please use the zoom feature on our website at www.sothebys.com/ browse catalogue to closely inspect the surface texture of the item.
"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."