AN UNDERGLAZE-BLUE AND IRON-RED ‘DRAGON’ DISH QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

the shallow rounded sides rising from a short foot to a flared rim, decorated on the interior with a central medallion enclosing an iron-red dragon writhing amongst cresting blue waves, the exterior with nine iron-red dragons in various poses on a ground of waves, all below a serrated border of half-florets encircling the rim, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark

There is a 3.5cm long crack (with small associated restored rim chip) running from the rim. There are some minor scratches and iron spots to the glaze to the interior.
"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."