TWO CHINESE EXPORT 'FAMILLE-VERTE' OCTAGONAL PLATES QING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1720

each painted with birds in a fenced garden.

The lefthand dish in the catalogue illustration - there are two 3 1/2 in. restored hairline cracks running from the rim edge to the cavetto on the top and bottom. There is a restored chip under the rim edge. There is slight scratching to the enamels on the central image. Otherwise, in overall good condition. The dish on the right of the catalogue illustration - there is a 2 1/2 in. restored hairline crack running from the bottom rim edge to the cavetto. The interior enamels have minor areas that are slightly rubbed and scratched. The exterior has a minor glaze chip to the leaf of one flower approximately 1/8 in. There are scattered chips to the foot rim. Otherwise, in 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.