A DOUCAI 'BOYS' DISH YONGZHENG MARK AND PERIOD

the shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapering foot, decorated to the central interior with four boys holding leafy sprays in a fenced garden with ferny trees and colourful clouds, all within a double line border repeated at the rim, the exterior similarly decorated with twelve boys engaged in various pursuits, inscribed to the base with a six-character Yongzheng mark within a double circle

In excellent condition; minute firing imperfections.
"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."