TWO CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL SOUP PLATES, CIRCA 1745 AND 1750 |

the first painted in the center with the arms of Wood impaling another; the second painted in the center with the arms of Wilson and inscribed with the motto DUM SPERO SPIRO

Arms of Wood:
Christie's New York, September 23, 1987, lot 569
Arms of Wilson:
Sotheby's New York, January 27, 1988, lot 426 (part lot)

Arms of Wilson: In overall good condition. Arms of Wood: Rim broken into two large pieces from 7 o'clock to 10 o'clock, with old rivet holes (now filled) and restored. There is also a restored chip at 6 o'clock.
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.

For these arms see David Sanctuary Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Vol. I, London, 1974, p. 462 and 463, both P17.