A SET OF TWELVE CHINESE EXPORT BLUE AND WHITE DINNER PLATES CIRCA 1750

each painted with two birds around prunus and peonies issuing from pierced rockwork in a fenced garden surrounded by three floral sprays within a diaper border.  Very minor chips.

One plate has a 1/8-inch shallow chip on the underside edge of the rim. Another plate has a 1/8-inch circular shallow chip on the underside of the rim. Another plate has a ¼-inch by 1/8-inch shallow chip on the underside edge of the rim. Otherwise, the plates are generally in good condition.
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.