A FINE PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'THREE FRIENDS' DISHES SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG |

each with rounded sides rising from a tapered foot to a flared rim, the interior painted with a central medallion enclosing the 'Three Friends', including a tall, knotted pine tree, tender bamboo emerging from jagged ornamental rockwork and a gnarled tree of blossoming prunus, the exterior with a continuous scene of a lady seated amongst an interior watching two boys at play in a fenced garden, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark

Both dishes in good condition, with only expected minor surface scratches.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."