A RARE INCISED GREEN-ENAMELLED 'DRAGON' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF ZHENGDE

the interior centred with a medallion enclosing a five-clawed dragon writhing amidst stylised ruyi-shaped clouds, the exterior incised with two five-clawed dragons striding against an incised wave ground, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark

The outer rim has a restored area (4 o'clock) with overpaint covering approx. 0.5 by 2 cm, possibly to conceal a flake smaller than the overpainted area. There are 2 other smaller restored sections (3 o'clock), of approx. 0.3 by 0.3 and 0.1 by 0.3 cm. There is also some expected wear especially to the interior.
"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."

A closely related example from the Reach and Meiyintang collections was sold in these rooms, 9th October 2012, lot 21.