A RARE DOUCAI 'PEACHES' DISH MARK AND PERIOD OF YONGZHENG |

with shallow rounded sides rising from a short tapered foot to an everted rim, the interior delicately decorated with a central medallion enclosing a gnarled leafy branch bearing two peaches, a flower and a small cluster of nandina berries, above jagged rockwork amidst pine clusters, nandina berries, bamboo leaves and a further gnarled branch, all surrounded two leafy sprays of peaches on the cavetto accentuated with berries, each spray alternating with two fluttering butterflies, the exterior with bamboo shoots issuing from jagged rockwork with lingzhi blooms sprouting nearby, the base inscribed in underglaze blue with a six-character reign mark

The dish is in good overall condition with minor firing imperfections, including pinholes to the rim and a short firing crack to the footing. There is occasional light wear to the enamels and insignificant glaze flakes to the foot.
"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."