A LARGE WUCAI 'FLORAL' DISH QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY

the rounded sides rising to an everted rim, painted in iron-red, green, yellow and aubergine enamels, the interior with a barbed panel enclosing a central peony flower amidst a scattered array of leafy blooms, surrounded by a diaper band, the cavetto with large peony blooms and scrolling foliage on a 'roe' ground, the underside with four evenly spaced floral sprays

Collection of Yvonne Costello Gould (1918-2016), Montreal, Canada.

There are scattered minor chips and frits to the rim. Some expected wear to the glaze, enamels, and foot ring and some minor firing imperfections, consistent with age and type. The base with an old label.
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.

A nearly identical dish but with a channel foot, and attributed to the first half of the Kangxi period, is illustrated in Christiaan J.A. Jörg, Famille Verte Chinese Porcelains in Green Enamels, Groninger Museum, Groningen, 2011, cat. no. 18.