A PAIR OF 'DOUCAI' 'LOTUS' DISHES YONGZHENG MARKS AND PERIOD

each with conical sides rising from a flat recessed base to a flaring rim, the central medallion painted with a lotus bloom surrounded by radiating leafy tendrils enclosed within a double circle, the exterior with a band of leafy lotus scrolls, inscribed to the base with a six-character Yongzheng mark within a double circle, wooden box

Property of a Japanese Lady.

The pair of dishes are in excellent condition with the exception of two minute burst glaze bubble to the interior of one of the dishes near the central medallion, minor surface scratches and other glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots and light glaze scratches.
"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."

A closely related example was sold in these rooms, 6^th July 1976, lot 193; and another was sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 16^th November 1988, lot 352.