A RARE CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE-ROSE 'DON QUIXOTE' DISH QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD, CIRCA 1755-70 |

the shallow rounded sides rising from a recessed base to a broad flaring rim, finely enamelled to the front face with a medallion enclosing Don Quixote wearing a barber’s bowl as the Helmet of Mambrino, after an image by Charles-Antoine Coypel (1694-1752), the rim with gilt and iron-red floral sprays within chain and floral scroll bands 

There is a small chip (approx. 0.4 x 0.3 cm) to the rim with an associated hairline (approx. 2.5 cm). There are also some general surface wear, including minor losses to the enamels and gilding, discolouration and fritting to the rim, and minor firing imperfections, including small glaze pulls, crackles and firing cracks.
"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.
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