A CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE FIGURAL DISH, KANGXI MARK AND PERIOD |

the sides rising outward with a low ogee-form profile, the center painted with a scholar observing a slender, elegant lady dancing gracefully in a pavilion, the flaring rim with six shaped cartouches each enclosing three peaches or pomegranates reserved against a diaper ground, the exterior sides with a landscape, the base with a six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle, wood stand, 2 pieces

Rare Art Inc., New York, 1984

There are two small restored chips to the rim (the larger approx. 1-cm long) and a flake chip to the underside of the rim. There are minor firing imperfections, including a short firing line to the foot ring.
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.