A CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL PLATE, CIRCA 1750 |

painted in the center with the arms of Parker quarterly with Strong in pretence and inscribed with motto SUB LIBERTATE QUIETEM

Sotheby's New York, January 27, 1988, lot 439

In overall good condition with several small flake chips to the rim and wear to enamels and gilding on the arms. Also with some restored rim frits.
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.
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For the arms see David Sanctuary Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Vol. I, London, 1974, p. 582, R1.