A monumental Hispano-Moresque lustre dish, Spain, 15th-16th century

of open form with broad sloping rim, on a wide foot, decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze copper lustre with a large undulating foliate stem with eight paired leaves issuing from the border of a central roundel, the border with seven detached leaves, the interstices with spindly stems, flowerheads and scrolls, the back with tightly-spaced radial concentric rings

acquired by the present owner in Paris in the 1970s

minor chips to foot ring and rim, minor losses to glaze, crack running from three o'clock and forking at six and seven o'clock with associated repair, as viewed
"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.
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