A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT 'TOBACCO LEAF' PATTERN SOUP PLATES circa 1775-1785

each characteristically painted with tobacco blossom, a chrysanthemum and sprays of other smaller flowers against and amongst an arrangement of large overlapping leaves. Minor tiny rim chip.

One has a very minor 1/8-in rim chip at about 2 o'clock and the other has a tiny pinhead nick at 12 o'clock. Otherwise both are good condition.
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.

A variety of serving pieces in this well-known pattern, from the Estate of Laurance S. Rockefeller, were sold in these rooms, October 12, 2005, lots 526-534; and a teapot, mug and six teabowls and five saucers were in the Collection of Diane and Norman Bernstein, sold in these rooms, January 22, 2006, lots 20, 24 and 25.