A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'THREE FRIENDS' DISHES SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG

each finely potted with shallow curved sides supported on a slightly tapered foot, gently flaring at the mouthrim, painted on the interior in rich cobalt tones with carefully shaded angular rocks and bamboo leaf sprays flanked by a knotty pine and a gnarled flowering prunus tree, all within double line borders repeated on the rim, the exterior decorated with a lady seated on a terrace watching two boys playing in a garden under a willow tree, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue

One has a 7 mm hairline to the rim, only visible on the exterior, the other has two tiny iron spots inside the cavetto and a few pin-prick air bubbles around the rim, otherwise the pair is 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. 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."