A CINNABAR LACQUER 'DRAGON' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF JIAJING

of circular form carved with a sinuous five-clawed dragon surrounded by lotus flowers issuing from a garden rock, wispy clouds, and a shou character rising from smoke, encircled on the cavetto with scrolling lingzhi and peaches, the exterior carved with chrysanthemum, peony, hibiscus, and camellia all borne on a continuous foliate scroll, supported on a short foot with a key-fret band, the base lacquered in black incised in gold with a six-character reign mark

The overall condition is quite good with minor restoration to consolidate chips to the foot and minor age cracks. The sides are slightly warped.
"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."