AN IZNIK POLYCHROME POTTERY DISH, OTTOMAN TURKEY, CIRCA 1575-1585 |

white-paste body and white slip decorated in viridian green, blue and relief red under a transparent glaze, old collection labels to underside, metal fitting for hanging

Intact, the external edge with abrasion and some minor chips, hairline horizontal crack to glaze at about 3 o'clock, centre with small chip, pitting to red bole, foot abraded, drill hole with cord, old French collection labels, metal fitting for hanging, it is recommended to remove the metal fitting, some scratches to glaze on exterior, as viewed.
"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."

For a comparable, see Hulya Bilgi, The Omer Koc Iznik Collection, Istanbul, 2015, pp.268-9, no. 101.