A RARE DOUCAI 'DRAGON' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF KANGXI

well potted with wide rounded sides supported on a slightly tapered foot, brightly painted on the interior with a large en face green-enamelled five-clawed dragon writhing among clouds beside a 'flaming pearl', all saturated in vivid colours within a double-line border and below a single fillet at the rim, the exterior similarly decorated with an underglaze blue five-clawed dragon striding in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl' behind a serrated-tailed phoenix among clouds, all above green crested waves and within a double-line border encircling the foot and rim, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark within double circles

There is a small 4 mm restored chip to the rim and a few pin-prick air bubbles on the underside, otherwise the dish 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."