A SET OF EIGHT CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL PLATES QING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1730

painted in the center with the arms of Tower of Huntsmore Park, the cavetto with four reserves of emblems on a diaper ground, the rim with the crest and motto Love and Dread, and sprays of peonies and lotus flowers.

One has a hairline crack running from the rim to the foot and another 1 in. hairline crack to the rim and some very minor rim chips. One has a 1 1/4 in. hairline crack to the rim. One has two fine hairline cracks running from the rim to the cavetto.One has a fine 2 in. hairline crack to the rim and several very small filled rim chips. One has a 1/2 in. hairline crack to the rim. One is in good condition. One has two very fine 1 in. hairline cracks to the rim. One has a 1 1/2 in. hairline crack to the rim.
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.

See the note to the preceding lot.