A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT BLUE AND WHITE 'LA DAME AU PARASOL' PLATES circa 1740

after a design by Cornelis Pronk, similarly decorated to lot 39 but in underglaze-blue. Minor rim chips.

Fred B. Nadler Antiques, Bernardsville, New Jersey

One plate has a minor, shallow 1/8-in. chip to the rim edge and a second nearby tiny nick at about 1 o'clock. The other has a minor 1/4-in. probably frit-related rim chip at approximately 3 o'clock and a second very minor, very shallow 1/8-in. chip at about 1 o'clock. Otherwise, both are in 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.

See the note to lot 39.