A FINE PAIR OF DOUCAI 'WESTERN PARADISE' DISHES QIANLONG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD

each body with gently curved sides rising from a short tapering foot to an everted rim, finely enamelled to the interior with a medallion enclosing a pair of cranes in flight over the Western paradise, encircled at the rim by a ruyi band, the exterior with leafy lotus strapwork divided by bats, the base bearing the Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue 

Both dishes in excellent condition with the exception of minor surface scrathings and glaze firing imperfections, one with a burst glaze bubble at the bottom of the central medallion.
"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."