TWO YELLOW-GLAZED INCISED 'DRAGON' DISHES QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

each with shallow rounded sides rising from a slightly flared foot to an everted rim, the interior incised with a medallion enclosing a scaly five-clawed dragon writhing sinuously among clouds next to a 'flaming pearl', the exterior similarly decorated with striding dragons, applied overall with a deep yellow glaze, save for the base left white and inscribed with an apocryphal Hongzhi mark and apocryphal Jiajing mark respectively

The overall condition of both dishes are very good except for some very minor original firing imperfections and characteristic crackling of the glaze. The actual colours of the dishes are slightly less reddish comparing to the catalogue illustration.
"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."