A PAIR OF DOUCAI 'PLUM BLOSSOMS' DISHES MARKS AND PERIOD OF KANGXI

each of shallow rounded form resting on a short foot, painted with a central medallion enclosing prunus blossoms and bamboo growing from rockwork, with a magpie perched on a branch while another swoops down from above, the underside with two sprays of blooming prunus separated by bamboo sprays, the base inscribed with the six-character mark in underglaze-blue within a double-circle 

To one dish, there are two short hairline cracks extending down from the rim, the longer approx 4cm. There is a short firing glaze gap to the base on the reign mark approx 0.3cm. Otherwise both dishes appear to be in good condition overall.
"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."