A LARGE BLUE AND WHITE DISH MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY

painted to the interior with a central roundel enclosing two crane and two deer on a hill beside a fenced garden, with a wide band of prunus and bamboo in the cavetto

This large dish is in very good overall condition with the exception of some firing imperfections including, a slight warp to the body, numerous small glaze pulls and three-pointed firing glaze lines, iron spots and burst glaze bubbles, some rim fritting and glaze scatches.
"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."