A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE DISHES TONGZHI MARKS AND PERIOD

each with shallow rounded sides, brightly enamelled to the interior with a composite floral strapwork medallion encircled at the well by the bajixiang, the exterior with three floral sprays, the base with the six-character mark in underglaze-blue

L.E.Fernandes Collection, no.121(label).

Both dishes are in very good condition with the exception of minor enamel wear, rubbing to the gilding and glaze firing imperfections such as burst glaze bubbles, iron spots, and minute glaze pulls.
"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."

For a Daoguang mark and period dish of this type, see one included in the exhibition Late Chinese Imperial Porcelain, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney, 1980, cat no. 18.