A PAIR OF YELLOW-GROUND FAMILLE-ROSE CANTON ENAMEL DISHES QIANLONG SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD

brightly decorated on the interior with a blue shou medallion encircled by a peony scroll, with a further four smaller medallions on the well enclosed by a mixed floral scroll, repeated on the underside, the base white with seal mark in enamel (2)

Acquired in China in the 1950s and thence by descent within the family. 

Both dishes have expected wear and pitting to the enamels. One dish has a shallow U-shaped crack to the underside of the rim and associated cracks radiating down from the interior rim. The other dish has a chip to the underside of the rim.
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.