A BLUE AND WHITE 'PHOENIX' DISH QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

the central medallion painted with a phoenix in flight amidst scrolling foliage within a double-circle border repeated at the rim, the exterior similarly decorated  as a continuous band, the base inscribed with an apocryphal Hongwu six-character mark in underglaze blue

Parke-Bernet Galleries, Inc., New York, 11th April 1940, lot 120 (part lot).
Collection of Hoyt Augustus Moore (1870-1958), and thence by descent.  

There's a 1.5 cm vertical hairline to the rim and associated restoration. Tiny chips to foot.
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.

Compare a pair of Yongzheng mark and period dishes of very similar design with sold in our London rooms, 12th June 1990, lot 251; another similar example sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 26th May 1980, lot 514.