A FAMILLE-ROSE ‘FLORAL’ DISH QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

the shallow rounded sides rising from a tapered foot to a wide everted rim, painted to the interior with large chrysanthemum and peony blooms borne on leafy stems, all encircled by detached floral branches including lotus, camellia and magnolia, inscribed to the base with an apocryphal Chenghua mark within a double-circle

There are overall fritting and small chips along the rim, some partially disguised by the brown-dressed rim. The underside of the rim also has small chips. The base has a 0.1 x 0.1cm iron spot, there is an area of dark pitting to the left of the mark. Other minor glaze firing imperfections include burst glaze bubbles etc.
"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."