A Cloisonne Enamel Charger Qing Dynasty

the shallow interior decorated on a turquoise ground, enamelled with a central lotus issuing radiating ruyi-heads, encircled by leafy scrolling stems bearing flowering lotus blossoms, enclosed within a border of further flowering lotus, the exterior with a similar lotus scroll above a lappet skirt, the base with keyfret band

The overall condition is good with some minor loss of enamelling and the cloisons retaining their gilt. There are two small cracks to the interior of the copper lining at the footring, the longest 1/5 inches long. The interior well has some crackling to the surface, primarily to the area just above the footring. There is some enamel loss to a concentrated area joining the exterior side of the foot and bottom copper lining.
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.