A CARVED 'LONGQUAN' CELADON 'LOTUS' DISH YUAN / MING DYNASTY

of shallow form rising from a short foot to a lipped rim, encircled by thickly-potted fluted sides all radiating from a central medallion on the interior freely and well-carved with a lotus medallion, covered overall in a lustrous bluish-green glaze, the unglazed footrim burnt orange in the firing

With a 0.3cm chip to the inner rim and a 2.3cm stained horizontal hairline to the exterior. Otherwise in good condition, with characteristic firing imperfections and surface wear.
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.