A Chinese Export Famille-Verte 'Provinces' Dish Circa 1720

the center with the arms of Holland surrounded by peonies and birds, the rim with molded flower-petal shaped panels of alternating figures and floral arrangements reserved on an iron-red and green cell-pattern ground.

There is a 7/8 in. hairline to the rim at 4 o'clock and another 5/8 in. hairline at 6 o'clock. There is considerable and typical fritting to the rim with one chip at 2 o'clock. The gilding in the center arms is rubbed as illustrated in the catalogue.
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.