A CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL SOUP PLATE, CIRCA 1738 |

painted in the center with the arms of Hamilton quartering Arran and Douglas, Duke of Hamilton, Spencer in pretence

Christie's New York, October 15, 1986, lot 178
Sotheby's New York, January 27, 1988, lot 414

The gilding and iron red on the rim has been rubbed, there are also several small flake chips to the underside to the rim. There is also several areas of overpaint along the edge of the rim. Also with minor, characteristic firing imperfections
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.

For the arms see David Sanctuary Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Vol. I, London, 1974, p. 394, O1.