A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE LIME-GREEN GROUND DISHES SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

the shallow flaring sides rising from a slightly tapering foot, the interior painted with five coral-red bats in flight, the exterior colourfully enamelled with stylised lotuses and anemones borne on foliate scrolls, all reserved on a bright lime-green ground, between pendant ruyi heads at the rim and pink petals springing from the foot, the underside inscribed with a six-character reign mark in underglaze blue

One of the dishes has a shallow chip of about 1.2 cm to the rim, and a short firing crack of about 0.3 cm to the base. Apart from some minor kiln grits and iron spots, the overall condition of the pair is quite good. Most of the enamelling is well preserved.
"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."