清乾隆 剔紅五福花卉紋菊瓣盤一對

each on metal body and of lobed circular form, with shallow everted sides supported on a short tapered foot, carved through rich layers of cinnabar lacquer, the interior with a central peony medallion surrounded by five bats in flight and eight sprays of floral blooms and leaves, encircled by a band of ruyi heads, the lobed sides decorated with leafy chrysanthemum sprays repeated in the interior and exterior, the base lacquered black  

These dishes are in reasonable condition, but both have areas of repair and re-lacquering to the interior to some of the central areas to some of the flowers and the to the bats wings, as well as to the bands of ruyi heads and some of the lobe divisions. There is also a number of areas of re lacquering to the upper and lower sections of the rims.
"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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