A BLUE AND WHITE 'PHOENIX' DISH QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

the central medallion painted with a splayed-winged phoenix amidst stylized clouds, the cavetto with four quatrefoil panels enclosing shou characters, alternating with cranes in flight amidst clouds, the exterior with a continuous lingzhi scroll, apocryphal six-character Jiajing mark in underglaze blue within a double-circle

There is a section of the rim that has discolored. There are two minute burst air bubbles to the rim edge and several very minor filled chips or frits. There are very minor chips under the foot.
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.