Five Chinese Export porcelain 'Tobacco Leaf' plates circa 1775-85

en suite with the preceding lots.

One has a restored rim chip issuing a haircrack running to the center and into a Y shape. One has a 5 inch section of the rim broken out in two pieces and restored back in, and a large 1 1/2 inch by 1 inch chip to the upper rim One has a 1 1/4 inch restored rim chip One has a four inch section of the rim broken out in two pieces and restored back in One has a 4 inch haircrack and a 2 inch haircrack to the rim Minor rubbing to gilding and enamels on all five.
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.