A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE REVERSE-DECORATED 'BOY AND LOTUS' DISHES MARKS AND PERIOD OF KANGXI

each body with shallow rounded sides rising from a short straight foot to a slightly everted rim, reverse painted in rich cobalt-blue tones to the interior with a medallion enclosing a boy holding a long lotus stem reserved on a dense leafy scroll ground, encircled at the rim by a floret and cloud geometric band, the exterior with three floral sprays divided by butterflies, the base with an underglaze blue six-character mark

Spink & Son Ltd., London (according to labels).

There are occasional characteristic pinholes and iron spots to the glaze, otherwise the dishes are in very 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. 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."